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Knife Attack in Eyl: District Commissioner's Serious Injury Garowe (AX) — In a shocking incident that has sent ripples of concern through the local community, Faysal Khaliif Wacays, the district commissioner of Eyl in the Nugaal region, suffered severe injuries in a knife attack on Saturday. The alleged perpetrator is reported to be a prominent local youth leader, which adds a layer of complexity to this unfortunate event. Details are still emerging, but sources indicate that at the time of the attack, the commissioner…

German police have confirmed the arrest of a woman following a knife attack that injured at least 12 people at the main station in Hamburg, a bustling hub in the country's second-largest city. Emergency services reported that some of the injured sustained life-threatening injuries, although the precise count remains uncertain. "A person injured several people with a knife at the main train station," a police spokesperson commented, noting that a suspect had been apprehended shortly after the incident. The incident…

Garowe (AX) — In a disconcerting turn of events, a security guard assigned to the Speaker of the Northeastern State Parliament sustained injuries during a confrontation with police forces late Wednesday night in Garowe, the bustling capital of Northeastern State. This incident has raised significant concerns about the ongoing security challenges faced by the region and the measures taken to address them. The clash unfolded near the Adduun Hotel in the Nugaal region—an area typically known for its lively atmosphere, yet, on…

A Community in Mourning: The Mandera Quarry Attack In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Mandera County experienced a devastating attack early Tuesday morning, resulting in the tragic loss of five lives and leaving two others injured. This violent episode, attributed to suspected Al-Shabaab militants, unfolded in the Burabor area, a location now etched in the community's memory for all the wrong reasons. Henry Ochako, the Mandera County Commissioner, chronicled the grim details of the incident. It appears that the…

Tragedy Strikes Asturias Coal Mine: Five Lives Lost in Explosion A devastating explosion at a coal mine in northern Spain’s Asturias region has resulted in the loss of five lives and left four others seriously injured. This incident marks the deadliest mining accident in Spain in decades. The explosion took place at the Cerredo mine in Degana, located approximately 450 kilometers northwest of Madrid. Fortunately, two other workers escaped unharmed, according to local emergency services. This tragic event is particularly…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the world of medicine, there are individuals driven not merely by duty but by passion and a deep love for humanity. Dr. Mohamed Abdullahi Hassan, a seasoned Somali physician residing in the United Kingdom, is one such figure. Picture him nestled among the rolling hills of the Al Miskaad region in Northeastern State, where he has ventured to lend a hand to local medical teams. The aim? To care for soldiers injured in the current skirmishes against the Islamic State militants—a mission fueled…

In a shocking incident in the picturesque Austrian town of Villach, a 23-year-old Syrian asylum seeker unleashed a violent attack, stabbing several unsuspecting passersby. Among the victims was a 14-year-old boy who tragically lost his life, while four others suffered various injuries. The police confirmed the apprehension of the alleged assailant, providing a glimmer of hope in a moment overshadowed by horror. As the investigation unfolds, many questions remain unanswered. Did the assailant have any prior connection to his…

Garowe (AX) – Imagine the daunting silence of the Al-Miskaat mountains, its rugged terrain shrouded in a chilling stillness, suddenly shattered by the deafening roar of explosions. On a fateful Tuesday, within this foreboding landscape, at least five soldiers of the Northeastern State regional forces met their tragic end, while nearly 20 others were left nursing injuries when the armored vehicles carrying these brave souls fell prey to roadside bombs. Disaster struck amidst an operation that turned those serene…

In a shocking event over in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province, we find ourselves grappling with the tragic news of an attack on a Somali-owned shop. This isn't just a number; it's the loss of a community member, Sadaq Ahmed Hassan, who many knew better as Sadaq British. His life was snuffed out during a robbery that also left Mohamed Dahir nursing injuries. All this took place in the quiet suburbs of Pietermaritzburg—a reminder that even seemingly peaceful places aren't immune to turmoil. It's a gut-punch for the Somali…

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., the chief of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke at a Pentagon press briefing on May 20, as captured by Ricky Carioti of The Washington Post. Lately, rights organizations have been nudging Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to green-light compensation for families affected by U.S. military actions abroad. This push comes as the Biden administration faces a final-hour challenge to fulfill its vow to mend its approach to unintended civilian casualties during military…