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Mogadishu (AX) – In the hushed hours of Monday night, an air of uncertainty enveloped the Bardhere district within Somalia's Gedo region. Jubbaland regional forces quietly slipped back into the district headquarters, reclaiming control after federal government troops departed under the veil of night. It’s a development that leaves one pondering: What really happened to prompt this calculated withdrawal? The reasons for the federal forces' exit stay shrouded in mystery, hinting at complex underlying tensions.…

Beledweyne, a city marked by arid landscapes and relentless spirits, was recently the backdrop to a passionate proclamation by Ali Jeyte Osman. As the specially appointed Somali President’s Envoy for Community Defense Forces, Osman delivered a message filled with both resolve and urgency on a bright Saturday morning. Who would have imagined that this land, far removed from global power plays, would become ground zero for a microcosmic battle against a menacing force? Over the past week, amidst the rugged terrains of the…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a bold declaration of determination, a high-ranking security officer in Somalia has articulated the resolve of Northeastern State forces in their campaign against the ISIS militants entrenched in the Al-Miskaad mountains of the Bari region. With "Operation Hilaac"—translated as "Lightning"—set in motion, the officer confidently forecasts the eventual defeat of these militant factions. Recent days have seen the forces successfully displace the insurgents from Turmasaale, an area deemed strategically…

The border between Somalia and Kenya, often a tense line in the sand, witnessed an unexpected turn of events recently. On a seemingly ordinary Sunday evening, 11 soldiers from the Somali National Army made their way to the Hulugho border, not to patrol or at the call of duty but to seek refuge. Armed, yet vulnerable, they surrendered, rifles shouldered and more than 1,000 bullets in tow. Their decision to cross over into unfamiliar territory did not go unnoticed. As they inched towards Garabey, a small enclave near the…

Mogadishu (AX) — A sense of tenuous peace lingers in the Hiiraan region of Somalia after a clangorous clash between federal forces, their local allies, and the militant group Al-Shabaab. In a daring mission, more than 40 members of the al-Qaeda-affiliated insurgents met their demise, a stark testament to the volatile struggle for control shaping Somalia's heartlands. The Ministry of Defense announced this significant blow to Al-Shabaab on Tuesday, foreshadowing the ebb and flow of conflict yet to come. Under the harsh…

Beledweyne (AX) –  Against a backdrop of dust and determination, Somali National Army (SNA) forces, hand in hand with local clan militias, valiantly reclaimed the Beera Yabaal area on Monday after a fierce tango with Al-Shabaab militants that lasted for hours. This reclaimed territory sits snug between Buula Burte and Halgan districts, standpoints lately rumored to be Al-Shabaab's cozy rendezvous spots. Cheers echo for these triumphs, yet linger questions like shadows – what's next? Nestled in the heart of Hiiraan, Beera…

Somalia’s Spirit of Resilience: A Tale of Courage in Masagawaa Report By Axadle Mogadishu (AX) — Picture this, the crack of dawn peppered with the cacophony of chaos, yet it was a majestic display of bravery and grit. In the remote, sun-scorched town of Masagawaa, in the heart of the Galgaduud region, the valiant soldiers of the Somali National Army (SNA), banded together with local militias, stood tall against the tempestuous fury of Al-Shabaab militants. As audacious as it was, the early morning onslaught was…

Northeastern State, Somalia — A Fateful Victory Awaits: Northeastern State Forces Closing the Curtain on ISIS In the shimmering heat of Somalia's Bari region, Northeastern State's military forces are poised on the cusp of an extraordinary achievement against ISIS militants. Their formidable offensive, poignantly named "Cal-Miskaad," is gracefully marching towards its culmination. The relentless drive against the insurgents has strategically dismantled their…

BOSASO, Somalia - In a dazzling display of precision and courage, Operation Lightning struck decisively across the rugged terrains of eastern Northeastern State, sparking joyous celebrations among local forces who toasted to their hard-earned victory in the Bari region. As they paused to savor this triumphant moment, they did so knowing they had delivered a staggering blow to ISIS by liberating dozens of previously oppressed villages. Picture this: Jubilant forces flooding social media with clips of their…

Northeastern State Forces Sweep Up ISIS Bastion in the Rugged Hills of Cal-Miskaad Axadle – A triumph for the embattled Northeastern State Counter-Terrorism Forces as they clinched Turmasaale, a hotbed of ISIS activity nestled in the forbidding crags of the Cal-Miskaad mountain range. The win didn't come easy; it was the fruit of grueling skirmishes that stretched over two nerve-wracking days, according to a hardened officer who has witnessed the campaign unfold. Picture this: Turmasaale, a speck on the outskirts of Toga…