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KISMAYO, Somalia - Al-Shabaab insurgents have been ousted from key locales in central and southern Somalia, marking a major achievement for the frontline soldiers striving to free the nation from the group's grasp, which aims to dominate the territory. Government forces have secured control of Ruunirgood, a crucial area positioned on the border between the Galgaduud and Middle Shabelle regions. For nearly 20 years, militants have ruled these central regions. Military insiders indicate…

Jowhar (AX) - Somali PM Hamsa Abdi Barre visited Bal’ad in Middle Shebelle to oversee progress on road reconstruction project linking Mogadishu and Jowhar, funded by Qatari government to boost transportation and economic growth in the region. Barre praised Qatari government, engineers, and workers for their efforts in constructing the road, stressing the importance of this infrastructure for Somalia's future. He stated, “The road will serve as a crucial link for businesses, easing movement of goods between Mogadishu and…