Terror

Sanctions on Al-Shabaab Operatives: US and Gulf States' Joint Offensive WASHINGTON - In a collaborative stride against terror financing, seven countries under the banner of the Terrorist Financing Targeting Center (TFTC) have sanctioned 15 operatives of the infamous group, Al-Shabaab, in Somalia. These individuals, now exposed as key players in sustaining Al-Shabaab financially, have been under scrutiny for several years. Why is this significant? Well, these operatives are integral in not just financially…

U.S. and Partners Crack Down on Al-Shabaab’s Financial Operations with New Sanctions In a fresh effort to curtail the ongoing threat from Al-Shabaab, the United States, in coordination with the Terrorist Financing Targeting Center (TFTC), recently imposed sanctions against key operatives integral to the group's financial and operational structures. While such moves are hardly new, this latest action emphasizes the growing urgency felt by international partners to disrupt Al-Shabaab's extensive financial networks. Have…

In this photograph, Somali Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, Fardowsa Osman Egal, participates actively in a government meeting in Mogadishu. Mogadishu (AX) — Nestled on the beautiful shores of the Indian Ocean, Mogadishu has recently faced turbulence in its air relations. The skies over Somalia's capital have become quieter following a warning issued by the U.S. Embassy regarding potential threats by terrorist factions. But here's where the plot thickens: the Somali government, exhibiting both poise and resilience,…

Edited By Ali Musa Axadle Times International–Monitoring. Garowe, Somalia: A Strategic Bastion in the Fight Against Global Terror Under the starlit skies of Garowe, whispers of change are taking flight. In a world where news often travels at the speed of a tweet, a significant revelation emerged from the heart of Northeastern State. Imagine, if you will, a landscape marked not just by desert winds and rolling sand dunes, but also by the invisible lines drawn by global networks of terror. On a breezy Thursday evening,…

The quiet offices of Mandera's administration were a crucible of tension, buzzing with rumors and suspicion. Whispers of nefarious activities floated through the town like an ill-wind, leaving dread in their wake. An Assistant Chief, a man who some might say epitomized trust, was now shrouded in alleged misdeeds. Was there truth in the accusations, or was this yet another shadow cast in the complex web of Mandera's security challenges? Kenyan police forces were especially vigilant, with their eyes glued to any movements…

In the ever-complex theatre of global politics and security, decisive actions often ripple far beyond their immediate context. Recently, a certain audacious maneuver by the Trump administration spotlighted this dynamic: a steadfast commitment to obliterate threats to peace and ensure that Somalia remains devoid of terrorist havens. But one might wonder, how does such a commitment manifest amidst the desert plains and bustling towns of Somalia? The United States Africa Command, commonly referred to as AFRICOM, recently…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - Somalia stands on a precarious precipice, fighting to reclaim its lands from the grip of terror. With the resolute intent of ridding the nation of extremists, the federal government is zeroing in on the financial underpinnings of these merciless factions. Can Somalia finally pull itself away from the shadows of strife that have lingered for over twenty years? In the rugged and often unforgiving terrain of the Horn of Africa, Somalia has tirelessly fought the malignancies of Al-Shabaab and the escalating…

Suspects in the Infamous Dusit D2 Incident to Face Justice in Kenya NAIROBI, Kenya - In the vibrant, bustling city of Nairobi, where history often intertwines with the present, a courtroom drama is set to unfold. This isn't just another news bulletin—it's the intricate unraveling of the chilling episode that forever altered the heart of the nation. Yes, it’s about the Dusit D2 attack, that haunting blot on the canvas of 2019 when lives were lost and structures rattled as chaos reigned supreme. The gavel has…

Security experts in Nigeria are on high alert following warnings from defense officials about an emerging insurgency linked to a group known as the Lakurawas, predominantly active in the northwest region. Major General Edward Buba, who serves as the military's spokesperson, has been tight-lipped about any significant attacks that may have been conducted by this group. Reports from local news outlets, however, have surfaced indicating that Lakurawas have been demanding cattle in return for so-called "protection." This…

Mogadishu (AX) — Condemning a bloodcurdling assault on Turkish Aerospace Industries, the Somali government described it as a "vile" act threatening worldwide tranquility. The ambush, striking near Ankara's TUSAS headquarters, tragically claimed five lives and injured 22 others, Turkish officials confirmed. "This pusillanimous attack goes beyond targeting Turkey; it endangers global stability," Somalia's Foreign Ministry shared. "Having wrestled with similar adversities, Somalia stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Turkey in…