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Al-Shabab fighters attack strategic town in central Somalia

The armed group claims to have seized control of Adan Yabaal town, but the Somali army disputes the battle outcome.

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How the small autonomous region of Puntland found success in battling Islamic State in Somalia

On Feb. 24, 2025, members of the Puntland Defense Forces posed next to a sign in Arabic that proclaimed the mountain town of Sheebaab as a “province” of the Islamic State group. The town, located in Somalia’s autonomous northeastern region of Puntland, was one of numerous areas that soldiers from…

The Conversation

Somali forces end a 24-hour siege by al-Shabab militants on a hotel, leaving all fighters dead

Somali officials say security forces have ended a 24-hour siege at a hotel in the central city of Beledwyne, leaving an unknown number of people dead, including all the al-Shabab militants who launched the attack

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‘Somalia is dangerous’: Former US deportees struggle with fear, uncertainty

Those previously deported by the US warn that President Trump’s plan to expel more Somali migrants may endanger lives.

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Al-Shabab gunmen lay siege to Somali hotel

The armed group claims to have killed more than 10 people in Beledweyne as officials met with elders.

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How drones killed nearly 1,000 civilians in Africa in three years

Use of unmanned aircraft has surged across Africa, often resulting in mass civilian deaths, new report finds.

Al Jazeera

Minneapolis man charged with trying to join the Islamic State group

A Minneapolis man who allegedly expressed admiration for the truck attack in New Orleans that killed 14 people has been accused of trying to join the Islamic State group

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Senior ISIL Somalia commander captured in Puntland

Police say Abdirahman Shirwac Aw-Saciid, head of the group’s assassination squad, surrendered to authorities.

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US strikes in Somalia killed ‘key’ ISIL figures, says regional government

Strikes were carried out in north Somalia, where the Puntland Security Forces is carrying out operations against ISIL.

Al Jazeera

‘I’m always studying’: Vítor Pereira’s long and winding journey to Wolves

The well-travelled coach will bring intensity and attention to detail, but does not have long to fix things at Molineux

The Guardian - UK

The African capital where security cameras could get you arrested – or killed

Shop keepers in Mogadishu are allegedly being forced to install CCTV cameras, making them vulnerable to attacks from extremists

Digital Camera World

Wolves confirm Vítor Pereira as head coach after sacking Gary O’Neil

Wolves have confirmed Vítor Pereira has left his job with the Saudi Pro League club Al-Shabab to become their head coach

The Guardian - UK

Seven killed in suicide bombing at cafe in Somalia’s Mogadishu

Al-Shabab claimed responsibility for the attack in Somalia’s capital which left six others injured.

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Families want justice, ‘blood money’ for AU peacekeeper killings in Somalia

As African Union forces fighting al-Shabab plan to withdraw this year, Somalis seek accountability for civilian deaths.

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Somalia, Eritrea and Egypt pledge to bolster security ties

The three leaders agreed to improve regional stability as Somalia battles with the al-Shabab armed group.

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Can the US find new partners in West Africa after Niger exit?

Washington is now seeking a Plan B after troops were ejected from sprawling, expensive bases in Niger.

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Foreign footballers in Saudi Arabia

Before and since the Pro League's huge investment increase in 2023, a look at the most famous foreign footballers who have played in Saudi Arabia...

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UN takes key steps toward Somalia's takeover of its own security

The U.N. Security Council has voted unanimously to authorize the African Union to maintain its peacekeeping operation in Somalia until the end of the year

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Hundreds gather at Somalia beach to condemn attack that killed 37 and demand stronger security

Hundreds of people have gathered at a Somalia beach hotel, the site of an attack claimed by al-Qaeda’s East Africa affiliate that left 37 people dead and dozens wounded, to condemn the violence and demand stronger security measures

The Independent UK

Somali police say 32 people died in an attack on a beach hotel. Al-Shabab claimed responsibility.

Police in Somalia say 32 people died and 63 others were wounded in an attack on a beach hotel in the capital, Mogadishu

Evening Standard

Dozens dead in Al Qaida-linked terror attack on beach hotel in Somalia

It is one of the deadliest attacks in the country in years

Al Jazeera

At least 32 killed in al-Shabab beach attack in Somalia’s capital Mogadishu

More than 60 wounded in attack on popular seaside spot frequented by Somalis on weekends.

Reason

Biden Brags That 'the United States Is Not at War' As He Bombs Yemen

The wars aren’t over. America is still fighting—directly and indirectly—in the Middle East, Africa, and Eastern Europe.

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Car bomb targets busy cafe in Somalia’s capital, kills at least nine

Al-Shabab group claims deadly attack on the cafe in Mogadishu as people watched the 2024 Euro final.

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Deadly Bombing Outside Café In Mogadishu

Recent bombing in Mogadishu café linked to al-Shabab, raising security concerns in Somalia.

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