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Southwest Troops Eliminate Key Al-Shabaab Leader in Bay

In the rugged terrains skirting Qansahdheere town, within Somalia’s Bay region, a decisive military operation unfolded this past Tuesday. Southwest Darwish forces, renowned for their valiant efforts against insurrectionist factions, marked a noteworthy victory by neutralizing a high-ranking Al-Shabaab operative. This operation also led to the capture of a motorcycle laden with supplies, purportedly expropriated from local residents. The identity of the fallen militant remains cloaked in…

PM Barre Joins Troops for Eid al-Fitr Prayers in Lower Shabelle

Mogadishu (AX) – The serene dawn of a Sunday morning found Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre alongside the Somali National Army (SNA) troops and local residents, gathered in the KM-50 area of the picturesque Lower Shabelle region. Together, they performed the sacred Eid al-Fitr prayer, bidding farewell to the tranquil and reflective days of Ramadan. Following the prayer, a heartening scene unfolded as Prime Minister Barre moved through the crowd with a warm demeanor, exchanging greetings and sharing in the collective…

Two Troops Fall in Garowe: Northeastern State Police vs. PSF Forces

Garowe (AX) – In the early hours of a sun-drenched Saturday morning, the otherwise quiet streets of Garowe were disrupted by the haunting echoes of gunfire. An unsettling skirmish between the Northeastern State Police and an unidentified armed faction resulted in the tragic loss of two police officers, with five more wounded and left to grapple with injuries both visible and invisible. The command of the Northeastern State Police Force, in a statement bathed in urgency, illuminated the events leading up to the…

Somali Troops Mobilized to Safeguard Mogadishu-Afgoye Road in Response to Al-Shabaab Threats

Somali Forces Reinforce Security on Mogadishu-Afgoye Highway in the Face of Al-Shabaab Threats MUQDISHO, Somalia – Picture this: a bustling highway that not only symbolizes the vital connection between the lively heart of Mogadishu and the lush expanses of the agricultural town of Afgoye, but also the fragility of peace in the region. As the sun set on the week, Somali government showed their hand, deploying additional forces to this critical stretch of road. This particular corridor has recently become the backdrop to…

Somali Troops Defeat Al-Shabaab Leaders in Lower Shabelle Assault

Somali Forces Execute Precise Strike Against Al-Shabaab Command in Middle Shabelle In the early hours of a silent night, deep within the sprawling Middle Shabelle region, Somali government forces launched a daring operation against Al-Shabaab militants. This closely choreographed mission resulted in the elimination of several high-ranking insurgent leaders. At the same time, on another front in the Lower Shabelle region, government forces stood firm against a pre-dawn assault from the extremist group in…

Somali President Joins Frontline Troops, Engages Commanders

Mogadishu (AX) — In a bold and strategic move, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud journeyed to the frontline town of Moqokori in the Hiiraan region. This visit was not merely ceremonial; it was a critical evaluation mission where he engaged with military commanders and Hirshabelle state leaders to assess the ongoing operations against the notorious Al-Shabaab militants. On a clear, starry evening, President Mohamud settled into Moqokori for the night. Can you imagine the blend of tension and hope that must have filled the air…

Somali Troops, Allied Forces Target and Dismantle Al-Shabaab Strongholds

Somali Forces Strike Al-Shabaab Stronghold in a Major Operation Edited By Ali Musa | Axadle Times International–Monitoring Strategic Offensive in Middle Jubba MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a daring and meticulously planned operation, the Somali National Army (SNA) has dealt a substantial blow to Al-Shabaab by dismantling several militant bases in Jilib, the group's notorious headquarters. This area, embedded deep in Middle Jubba, represents one of the last bastions of Al-Shabaab's…

Somali Troops Seize Al-Shabaab Base in El Buur Operation

Armed local fighters, alongside Somali security forces, patrol a rural area near the Ceelbuur district in the Galgaduud region on March 13, 2025. Mogadishu — Axadle Times International In a resolute move against adversity, local security forces have executed a concerted assault on a notorious Al-Shabaab stronghold in the serene, yet troubled, realms of Biyo Cadle near El Buur district. The normally quiet air, often filled with sounds of daily rural life, was pierced by the determined footsteps…

Tensions Rise: Ethiopia and Eritrea Amass Troops at Border

As dawn breaks across the Horn of Africa, a region steeped in both history and conflict, Ethiopia and Eritrea—nations once unified under a shared banner—now seem to stand on the precipice of renewed strife. A casual observer might gaze upon a map, tracing the contours of these lands, asking: "Are we destined to repeat the past, or can wisdom steer us clear of calamity?" In the bustling heart of Mogadishu, a sense of unease lingers in the air, one that's palpable among both local…

Northeastern State Troops Eliminate Top ISIS Drone Leader in Precision Strike

Unmasking the Aerial Threat: Northeastern State's Bold Counterterrorism Operations Just yesterday, Northeastern State security forces found themselves in the midst of another significant operation. Their discovery of a fixed-wing drone, possibly utilized by ISIS militants, added another layer to the tactical chess game they've been engaged in. This unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) emerged during a series of counterterrorism maneuvers, meticulously aimed at dismantling militant enclaves. Yet,…

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