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In recent statements, U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that his decision to deploy Marines and other military personnel to Los Angeles was essential in preventing the city from descending into chaos amid ongoing protests against immigration policy. "If I didn't 'SEND IN THE TROOPS' to Los Angeles the last three nights, that once beautiful and great city would be burning to the ground right now," he shared on Truth Social, drawing parallels between the unrest and the catastrophic wildfires that have ravaged…

US President Donald Trump has asserted that his decision to deploy the National Guard to address the recent unrest in California was a "great decision." This unrest, which erupted over the weekend in response to his immigration policies, has prompted a significant law enforcement presence in Los Angeles. "If we had not taken this action, Los Angeles would have faced serious consequences," Mr. Trump remarked in a post on Truth Social, as the city braced itself for yet another day of demonstration following three days of…

In a significant development, North Korea has officially confirmed its deployment of troops to Russia. According to the state news agency KCNA, these soldiers have been assisting Moscow in reclaiming territory previously held by Ukraine in the Kursk region. This revelation comes just days after Russia acknowledged North Korea’s involvement. For some time, South Korean and Western intelligence agencies have reported that Pyongyang dispatched over 10,000 soldiers to aid in operations in Kursk last year. As the Central…

AU Plans Troop Surge for Somalia to Counter Al-Shabaab Advances MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a recent gathering of defense and foreign ministers in Kampala, the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) is poised for a troop increase. This decision follows a collective plea from Troop Contributing Countries. Somalia's security landscape remains precarious, with militants exerting control over extensive parts of the nation's central and southern regions. The Kampala meeting included delegates from…

Mogadishu (AX) — Recently, former Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo found himself in the thick of a heated discourse regarding the recent strategic withdrawal of government forces from crucial military positions, including Aden Yabaal in Middle Shabelle. In a world rife with misinformation, Farmaajo's plea to the Somali public emphasized unity and support for the national army, rather than succumbing to the insidious propaganda of Al-Shabaab. In a press release on Tuesday, the former leader articulated his…

Uganda and Ethiopia: Cornerstones in Somalia's Stabilization Efforts MOGADISHU, Somalia - The landscape of peacekeeping in Somalia is shifting significantly. In an ambitious step towards quelling the persistent insurgency led by Al-Shabaab and ISIS militants, the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) along with the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) have pledged a substantial number of troops to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). This commitment…

Edited By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring. AUSSOM Troop and Police Contributing Countries — during the conclusion of a pivotal four-day technical working session on March 26, 2025. /AUSSOM/X Wednesday marked the end of a significant milestone as delegates from the African Union Commission (AUC), Somalia, and troop-contributing nations wrapped up a vital four-day conference. The aim? To iron out the intricacies of capacity building for the peace mission in Somalia. A place where hopes intertwine with…

A New Chapter for Somalia: AU Troops Prepare for Deployment Mogadishu (Axadle Times) – In the heart of Mogadishu, there’s a palpable sense of anticipation. Change is in the air, and with it comes a renewed hope. It is driven by the African Union's latest initiative – the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). As confirmed by African Union Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf during a press conference in the vibrant heart of Somalia's capital on a memorable Sunday, AU troops are slated to arrive in Somalia in a…

Embracing a New Era: Somalia's Security Transition In the bustling atmosphere of Addis Ababa, African defense ministers recently convened to take a pivotal step forward for Somalia's future. They meticulously crafted a blueprint for the deployment of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), marking a momentous phase in Somalia’s journey towards self-reliance. But what does this transition mean for Somalia, a nation that has weathered turbulent storms over the last two decades?…

In an era characterized by fluctuating alliances and high-stakes diplomacy, the role of military forces in stabilizing tumultuous regions like Somalia becomes a complex symphony of negotiations and strategic maneuvering. Consider the intricate dance playing out between African nations and the African Union in crafting a new mission in Somalia—a nation that has, for years, been the battleground for competing interests and ideologies. The backdrop is Mogadishu, a city that has seen its fair share of turmoil, where a soldier…