October 16
Somalia: UK Boosts Somalia Security With Additional £7.5 Million to ATMIS
The United Kingdom has provided a further £7.5 million to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). This latest round of funding builds on earlier… Read more »
Somalia: Somali Forces Strike Al-Shabaab Bases, Kill 10 Militants in Southern Mudug
The Somali National Army (SNA) executed a targeted operation in the early hours of Tuesday in the Southern Mudug region, successfully neutralizing 10 Al-Shabaab militants and… Read more »
October 14
Somalia: Clashes in Somalia's Luuq District Leave Casualties, Escalate Tensions
Intense fighting erupted last night in the Luuq district of Somalia's Gedo region, near the Kenyan border, leading to casualties and further straining local tensions. The conflict,… Read more »
October 10
Somalia: Somali Elite Forces to Withdraw From Gedo Region Amidst War On Al-Shabaab
In a strategic military redeployment, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has ordered the withdrawal of Somalia's elite Gorgor forces from the Gedo region, sources confirmed. Read more »
October 08
Somalia: Somali Govt Says Dozens of Al-Shabaab Militants Killed in Army Operations
The Somali National Army (SNA) has killed 59 Al-Shabaab militants in a series of military operations in central Somalia, according to a statement by the Ministry of Information. Read more »
October 06
Somalia: Ethiopian Military Chief Declares Somalia's Security Reliance On Ethiopian Forces
In a candid interview with Ethiopian state television, General Birhanu Jula, Chief of General Staff of the Ethiopian National Defense Force, has once again voiced his criticism… Read more »
Somalia: Airstrikes Intensify in Central Somalia in Ongoing Battle Against Al-Shabaab
Central Somalia's Galgaduud region was the scene of renewed airstrikes early today, targeting Al-Shabaab militants in an escalation of the government's offensive against the… Read more »
October 03
Somalia: Somali Forces Retake Key Village From Al-Shabaab in Galgaduud
The Somali National Army announced on Thursday that it has liberated the village of Ali Yabal, located 18 kilometers from Eeldheer in the Galgaduud region, as part of an… Read more »
September 26
Somalia: Somali Army Conducts Major Operation Against Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle Region
The Somali National Army executed a significant military operation in the Awdheegle district of the Lower Shabelle region today, targeting Al-Shabaab militants, according to… Read more »
September 24
Somalia: Egypt Confirms Sending New Arms Shipment to Somalia
The Egyptian government has confirmed sending arms shipments to Somalia amid regional tension over Ethiopia's controversial deal with the self-declared republic of Somaliland. Read more »
September 23
Somalia: Egypt Delivers Heavy Artillery to Somalia in Largest Military Aid Shipment Post-Embargo
A military cargo ship said to be from Egypt docked at Mogadishu's port on Sunday, delivering what officials describe as the largest shipment of heavy artillery and anti-tank… Read more »
September 19
Somalia: Military Helicopter Crash Outside Mogadishu - All Passengers Survive
A military helicopter crashed late Thursday afternoon while en route from Mogadishu to Ballidogle airbase, approximately 30 kilometers southwest of the capital. Read more »
September 13
Somalia: Arab League Warns Ethiopia Over Somalia Sovereignty Violations
In a decisive show of solidarity, the Arab League has issued a stern warning to Ethiopia over its actions that threaten Somalia's sovereignty. Read more »
September 12
Somalia: Arab League Unanimously Backs Somalia's Sovereignty Against Ethiopia-Somaliland Deal
At the 162nd session of the Arab League Council held in Cairo, a unanimous show of solidarity emerged supporting Somalia's sovereignty, particularly in response to a contentious… Read more »
September 05
Somalia: Mortar Shelling Near Mogadishu's Main Airport Injures Civilians
At least four mortar shells struck the village of El-Qalow in Mogadishu's Wadajir district early Thursday, injuring two civilians, local residents reported. Read more »
Somalia: Airstrikes By Somali Forces Eliminate Over 19 Al-Shabaab Militants
In a series of targeted airstrikes, the Somali National Armed Forces have killed more than 19 members of the Al-Shabaab militant group, alongside destroying several of their… Read more »
August 28
Somalia: Somali Politician Warns of Geopolitical Risks As Egypt Deploys Troops in the Country
In an Exclusive interview with Shabelle TV, prominent Somali politician Mohamed Hadir Noor discussed the evolving military dynamics between Somalia and Egypt, particularly in light… Read more »
August 26
Somalia: Al-Shabaab Issues Warning to Somali Banks Over New 5 Percent Sales Tax
Al-Shabaab, the militant group controlling parts of Somalia, has issued a stern warning to local banks and financial institutions against complying with the recently introduced 5%… Read more »
August 23
Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Highlights Military Gains in Fight Against Al-Shabaab At Mogadishu Townhall Event
In a town-hall event marking two years since his government's inception, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre of Somalia delivered a speech that celebrated significant military… Read more »
August 20
Somalia: UN Calls for Protection of Aid Workers, Civilians in Somalia
The UN's top relief official in Somalia called on all parties to protect civilians and humanitarian workers in the country's conflict areas. Read more »
August 19
Somalia: Somali Forces Reclaim Key Areas From Al-Shabaab in Gedo Region
In a significant military operation in Somalia's Gedo region, forces from the Somali National Army, alongside the Jubbaland Dervishes successfully reclaimed strategic positions… Read more »
August 15
Egypt: Ambassador Ali Abdi Aware Welcomes Defense Deal Between Somalia and Egypt
Ambassador Ali Abdi Aware, Somalia's Ambassador to Egypt, has issued a press release celebrating the outcomes of the recent summit between President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of… Read more »
August 02
Somalia: Somali Special Forces Deal Blow to Al-Shabaab in Lower Jubba Region
In a significant victory against the Al-Shabaab militant group, the special forces of the Danab commando of the Somali army, along with Jubbaland forces, launched a successful… Read more »
July 31
Somalia: Tragedy Strikes Central Somalia - Landmine Explosion Claims Life, Injures Another
A landmine explosion rocked the outskirts of Eldheer district in Galgaduud region, Somalia, leaving a trail of destruction and sorrow in its wake. Read more »
July 29
Somalia: Jubbaland Forces Strike Al-Shabaab Hideout in Lower Jubba Region
In a significant operation carried out by the Bir-Jeesh Brigade of the Jubbaland Darwish forces, an attack was launched on a hideout of the Al-Shabaab group in the forest area of… Read more »