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By Jibril Qoobey Editor-in-chief of Idil News The Trump administration that represents the United States has come back to its tripartite policy in dealing with Somalia’s divided government.This policy aligns with Somalia’s reality, which is divided into three parts, each with its own structure of constitution and institutional framework:1. Somaliland2. Puntland3. Southern and Central Somalia The appointment of Lie Gen. Dagvin Anderson as AFRICOM commander, the farewell to preceding commander Col. Ed Norris, and the welcoming of the new commander, Dagvin Anderson, for U.S. special operations in East Africa—carry on equally in Garowe, Hargeisa, and Mogadishu—are clear indicators of the…

Bosaso, (Idil News) – After a week of silence, Somalia’s federal government under President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has claimed ownership of the Sea World vessel,   a freighter carrying heavy weaponry including armoured personnel carriers (APCs) and crates of arms,    which was confiscated by Puntland Maritime Police Force (PMPF) on July 18. The vessel, flagged under Comoros and reportedly en route from Izmir, Turkey,   to Mogadishu, was intercepted off Bareeda in the Ras Aseir region amid allegations of illegal arms transport. The Sea World, a 13,000 deadweight ton freighter built in 2005, has a notorious history of port state control deficiencies, …

According to Puntland officials U.S. Navy warships and surveillance aircraft have been positioned off the coast of Puntland’s Ras Aseir region, closely monitoring maritime activities in the area, according to security officials in Bosaso.Security analysts report that U.S. intelligence initially shared information about the vessel with Puntland security forces — a move that significantly facilitated its interception in international waters by Puntland’s maritime units. More to updates follow Idil News

In light of recent speculation surrounding the cargo vessel Sea World, which was seized off the coast of Bareedo, Puntland, for suspected violations of international maritime law, it is important to assess whether the Turkish-based private company SADAT International Defense Consultancy can legally claim any connection to the vessel or its cargo. On April 4, 2025, SADAT issued an official press statement in response to circulating allegations that the company had deployed paramilitary forces to Somalia or had been involved in unauthorized military operations within the region. The statement, made publicly available and addressed to international media and the public, contains…

Security Stakeholders, UN Sanctions Monitoring Group, AU Mission in Somalia, U.S. Department of State Executive Summary The seizure of the vessel Sea World by Puntland Maritime Police in mid-July 2025 has revealed a dangerous convergence of illicit arms trafficking, foreign private military involvement, and apparent complicity by senior officials within Somalia’s federal government. Intelligence gathered since the interception confirms that the vessel was operated by Turkish private military contractors and financed by Abdi Nasir Ali Mahamud (“Adoon”), a U.S.-sanctioned arms smuggler tied to both the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force (IRGC-QF) and the Houthi movement in Yemen.While the Somali federal…

Markabka “SEA WORLD,” waxaa uu soo baxay 2005-tii, dhararkiisu waa 80 mitir, waxaana isku badalay lahanshihiisa 3 qof sanidihii (2004, 2007 iyo 2024). Labada jeer ee hore wxa lahaa ganacsato (Jaayniis ah 🇨🇳)! Markan danbena JasiiradaKomoros (Comoros Island), waxaa u kiraysnaa iminka Turkiga! Registration numberkiisu wa: IMO 9324411, MMSI 620999412! Waxyaabahan Shakiga Leh: Wuxu kaso baxay Izmir, Turkey wuxuu saacado badan ku xidhna oo u istaagay dalka MASAR (EGYPT), gaar ahan marinka SUEZ dekadiisa (Port Said)! Dekadaha ay istaagtay ka hor: China dekadiisa (Lianyungang Port) iyo dekada China (LONGKOU PORT) Waxa iga yaabiyay: waxa booking ka ugu jira inay uba socotay “Dekada Bosaso”…

By Abdalle Ahmed Mumin Puntland security forces have intercepted a vessel carrying illegal weapons from Turkey, in what authorities describe as a major blow to a clandestine arms trafficking network operating in the region. According to initial investigations, the seized weapons were allegedly procured by illicit arms traders with ties to Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The shipment was reportedly destined for southern Somalia, where it may have fallen into the hands of Al-Shabaab or clan militias involved in ongoing violence across the region.Security analysts warn that if the weapons had not been intercepted, they could have significantly worsened the fragile security situation…

BOSASO, PUNTLAND — A covert Turkish arms shipment en route to Mogadishu-based administration has been intercepted by Puntland Maritime Police Forces and is now being tugged to Bosaso port under tight security. According to sources onboard, the ship, disguised and operating under false flags, was carrying high-grade weaponry, including armoured personnel carriers and crates of advanced arms hidden beneath the hull. This operation, likely coordinated to bypass international scrutiny, is the latest proof of Ankara’s deepening military entanglement in Somalia’s internal conflict.Other sources cite the owner of the illegal arms weapons, Abdi Nassir Ali Adoon, a former American citizen  whose…

In a major security breakthrough, Puntland Defense Forces have intercepted a ship carrying a large cache of illegal weapons off the coast of Caluula, in the Bari region. Among the seized cargo were armored military vehicles clearly bearing the Turkish flag, including a tactical unit equipped with a multi-barrel turret system. Photographic and footage evidence from the scene confirms that the shipment included advanced Turkish-made military equipment, strongly suggesting that the vessel originated from Turkey. Additional armored vehicles and military hardware were also visible onboard, pointing to a broader arms delivery intended for non-state actors operating inside Somalia.According to Puntland…

By Cirka News DHAHAR — Intense clashes have erupted in the strategic town of Dhahar of Haylaan region as Puntland forces engage in heavy fighting with Eastern-Sool-based terrorist militias dispatched by the federal regime in Mogadishu. At least 5 militans casualities have been reported as Puntland’s military pushes back against what it calls a coordinated campaign of aggression and destabilization. These militants, handpicked and funded by Villa Somalia, are part of a broader proxy effort to ignite internal chaos and force the people of Puntland into submission under Mogadishu’s failing federal project.“This is not a local dispute. It is a…

Mogadishu — As Hassan Sheikh Mohamud (HSM) gears up for his transition to a controversial “One-Person-One-Vote” (1P1V) electoral system, slated for 2026, part of coercive tactics by his government have sparked fears of electoral fraud, drawing unsettling comparisons to the ill-famed 1969 Philippine election under Ferdinand Marcos. An analyst, Rashid Abdi has reignited concerns with some commenters warning that history may be repeating itself in Federal government of Somalia (FGS). Rashid shared reports that FGS, led by HSM, is using heavily armed security teams to force Mogadishu residents to register for the 1P1V system. “There are reports the Somali government…

Garowe, the capital city of Puntland, an autonomous region in eastern Africa, is undergoing significant transformation as part of a broader initiative to enhance infrastructure and public services. This development surge is largely attributed to proactive measures by the local municipal administration, aiming to solidify Garowe’s role as a central hub for regional governance and stability. The bustling activity of construction workers and heavy machinery engaged in various projects across the city, showcases the laying of new pavements, the operation of construction equipment including loaders, and the overall progress of urban development. These visual updates are a testament to the…

Idil News, In a significant step toward deepening military ties in East Africa, U.S. commanders touched down in Bosaso, Puntland on April 6 Sunday, signaling the start of an ambitious Pentagon-supported effort to modernize the region’s security forces. The high-level delegation, led by Colonel Ed Norris, AFRICOM’s Special Operations Commander for East Africa, met with Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni in Bosaso to discuss enhanced bilateral relation, cooperation and strategies to bolster security across the region. Puntland State House statement The President of Puntland State, HE Said Abdullahi Deni, had a meeting today with a delegation led by the Commander…

Bosaso, Puntland – Dr. Mohamed Abdullahi Hassan, a British health professional of Puntland descent and a founding member of the Puntland First Movement, has travelled from London to Bosaso to support local medical teams treating soldiers injured in clashes with ISIS militants in the rugged Cal Miskaad mountains. Dr. Mohamed, an advocate for the Puntland First Movement—which seeks to prioritise the region’s development—has been working alongside local doctors to address the growing healthcare demands spurred by the ongoing conflict. Speaking to the BBC Somali, he praised the dedication of Puntland’s medical staff but highlighted significant gaps in infrastructure, equipment, and…

By TUNÇ DEMIRTAŞ, & AFIFA A. WARSAME Garowe, (Idil News) – Somalia’s prolonged conflict, exacerbated by climate change and mass displacement, has created fertile ground for extremist group al-Shabaab to exploit vulnerable populations. As internal displacement surges past 4 million, the militant group is increasingly leveraging displacement camps to recruit, extort, and radicalize individuals, according to new research. A Crisis of Displacement and Radicalization Years of civil war, terrorism and inter-clan conflicts have left Somalia with one of the world’s largest internally displaced populations. By the end of 2024, over 4 million Somalis resided in more than 3,800 camps, many…

Nairobi, (Idil News) – A cargo plane with four to five crew members on board crashed late Saturday in the Ceel Xabaaloow settlement, located in the Lower Shabelle region of South West State which approximately 13 kilometers south of Mogadishu, Somalia, according to a local source. The aircraft, identified as a DHC-5 with registration 5Y-RPA, was en route from Dhobley town in the Lower Juba region of Jubaland State to Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, when the incident occurred. Earlier reports indicate the plane experienced technical difficulties in Dhobley on Saturday, though a local source claimed the issues had been resolved prior…

Mogadishu, (Idil News) – An assassination attempt by the militant group al-Shabaab on Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s convoy in Mogadishu on Tuesday left at least 10 people dead, including seven presidential guards, and 20 others injured, a security source in the capital told Idil News. Among the victims was Mohamed Abukar Dabashe, a prominent Somali journalist, marking him as the first journalist killed in the country this year. The explosion, which rocked the El-Gaabta Junction, was confirmed by Somali authorities as a targeted attack by al-Shabaab, an al-Qaeda-linked group that has waged a long insurgency against the federal government.…

Published by MP Dr. Abdillahi Hashi AbibAs a Member of Parliament committed to fiscal oversight and institutional integrity, I have conducted a forensic audit leveraging data mining, financial analysis, and forensic accounting methodologies. This audit draws directly from the Central Bank of Somalia’s General Ledger, which records all governmental financial transactions, including those of Parliament, the Executive Branch, and the Judiciary.A five-month transactional analysis of expenditures authorized by the Speaker of the House of the People, the Permanent Secretary, and the WHIP reveals a pattern of systemic financial misconduct, fraud, and misappropriation. The evidence suggests a well-orchestrated scheme involving fraudulent…

Bosaso, (Idil News) – Acting UN Special Representative James Swan visited Puntland’s commercial capital, Bosaso, accompanied by senior officials from the United Nations’ humanitarian and development agencies. The delegation met with Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni and his administration to discuss a range of pressing issues, including recent military victories against the Islamic State in Somalia (ISS), humanitarian support for displaced populations, and long-term stabilization efforts in areas recently liberated from extremist control.The visit comes amid heightened attention to Puntland’s role in combating ISS, achieving notable successes in its military operations. Swan commended these efforts, emphasizing the UN’s commitment to…

Ref: GSH/XX/CXA/CYB_3 Date: 15/03/2025To: Speaker of the House of People of Federal Republic of SomaliaTo: International Parliamentary Union – IPUCc: Hon. Donald J Trump the President of United State of AmericaCc: Secretary State Marco RubioCc: US Ambassador to Somalia Richard H. Riley.Cc: President of Federal Republic of SomaliaCc: Prime Minister of Federal Republic of SomaliaCc: ALL Embassies in Somalia Subject: Legal Rejection of Unlawful Expulsion and Motion to Vacate the Speaker’s Chair Dishonorable Speaker, It is with profound dismay, anger, and unwavering resolve that I categorically reject your unconstitutional, unlawful, and politically motivated expulsion order against me. Your letter (GSH/B11/069125)…

War Murtiyeed Rasmi Ah Shacabkayga Soomaaliyeed Waxaan u mahadcelinayaa Xildhibaanada sharafta leh ee mabda’a adag leh, kuwaasoo garab istaagay dadaalladayda lagu wajahayo jebinta cad ee habraaca Baarlamaanka, taasoo uu sameeyay Guddoomiyaha Golaha Shacabka. Waxaa si cad u muuqata in Guddoomiyuhu uu ku shaqeynayo saameyn aan habboonayn oo uga imaanaysa Madaxweynaha, Wasiirka Maaliyadda, Wasiirka Qorsheynta, Wasiirka Waxbarashada, Wasiiru-dowlaha Arrimaha Dibadda, iyo Guddoomiyaha Bangiga Dhexe – mas’uuliyiin si weyn ugu xad-gudbay kalsoonidii shacabka iyo xil-gudashadii hufnayd, kuwaasoo noqday maamulkii ugu musuqmaasuqa badnaa taariikhda Soomaaliya.Xildhibaanadan mudan waxay muujiyeen adkaysi iyo go’aan aan leex-leexad lahayn oo ay ku difaacayaan sharciga, dastuurka, hufnaanta, iyo maamul-wanaagga…

Garowe, (Idil News) – A civil court in Garowe, the capital of the Puntland State, sentenced security guard Abdifitah Abdinur to four years in prison on Thursday after finding him guilty of assaulting an 8-year-old Yemeni refugee boy. The court also banned Abdinur from working in public businesses for one year and ordered him to pay $1,500 in psychological damages to the victim’s family. The incident, which took place on Tuesday afternoon in Garowe, involved Mohamed Adil Hussein, a young Yemeni refugee, and sparked widespread outrage across Puntland. Authorities arrested Abdinur shortly after the assault and brought him before the First…

Mogadishu, (Idil News) — A federal lawmaker accused allies of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Wednesday of diverting national security funds to pay clan-based militias in Puntland, undermining efforts to combat ISIS militants in the region. Abdullahi Farah Mire, who represents Puntland’s Bari region, told Somalia’s parliament that clan militias in the strategic cities of Bosaso and Garowe are being paid through the federal payroll. He argued the funds should support the Somali National Army’s fight against extremist groups like ISIS, particularly in the Cal Miskaad mountain range. 3-minutes uncut Certain politicians within the government are organizing clan militias in…

Mogadishu, (Idil News) – The latest updates on a significant attack occurred at 9.00 local time in a hotel within Beledweyne, the provincial capital of Hiiraan region, located about 335 kilometers north of Mogadishu. The militant group Al-Shabab, affiliated with Al-Qaeda, claimed responsibility for the assault, which targeted a meeting of local elders, government officials, and military personnel discussing strategies to counter the insurgency in the Hiran region.The attack began with a car bomb explosion, followed by gunmen storming the hotel and an ongoing siege, as identified in some reports as the Cairo Hotel or Qahira Hotel. Victims Local and…

A powerful airstrike has targeted fleeing ISIS militants reestablishing themselves in the Miiraale Valley in the Cal Miskaad mountains range. The operation carried out by Puntland’s allies from the United Arab Emirates marks a major escalation in the fight against terrorism in the region, confirmed Puntland Counter-Terrorism Operations.The strike comes as part of the ongoing Hilaac Operation and Puntland Counterterrorism Operation aimed at eliminating militant threats. With ISIS forces attempting to regroup themselves, Puntland’s decisive action backed by the UAE sends a clear message that terrorist elements will find no safe haven.Security analysts see this as a strategic victory for…

Mogadishu, (Idil News) – Al Shabaab militants seized several villages near Cadale in Somalia’s Middle Shabelle region on Saturday, intensifying their hold on the area and prompting a desperate appeal from Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud for Ethiopian military support, local sources and officials said. The Islamist militia overran the villages of Bursha Sheekh, Ceel Xarar, and Xaruur, located near the strategic town of Cadale, approximately 70 kilometers northeast of Mogadishu. The rapid advance marks a significant escalation in Al Shabaab’s campaign against the UN-backed fragile federal government, raising fears that the insurgents could threaten and capture of Mogadishu. Somali…

Nairobi, (Idil News) – Al-Shabaab fighters reportedly recaptured new areas in Middle Shabelle region within the past 24 hours, including Al-Kawthar and Boos-Hareeri – local sources informed us. A senior police commander was killed as heavy fighting raged in Middle Shabelle. Al-Shabaab attacked forces in Boos Hareeri under Middle Shabelle region, killing Abukar Abdulle “Garmaqate,” 1st Brigade commander of the Police. Clashes are ongoing in the strategic area. Several casualties confirmed.The Mogadishu administration and local fighters are also mobilizing to prevent further Al-Shabaab advances, and to dislodge militants from the new areas they reoccupied.Al-Shabaab has published footage showcasing the aftermath…

The UN-sponsored government in Mogadishu is in a state of disarray, retaliating against Washington, DC, and arresting journalists who attempted to expose the country’s deteriorating security. After the suspension of a staggering $1.5 billion in military aid and the slashing of USAID to what is widely considered one of the most corrupt regimes on Earth, Somalian Islamist puppet President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has launched an aggressive, not against terrorists, yet against United States.With Somali military officers being picked off by Al Shabaab just 30 kilometers outside Mogadishu and the capital itself under increasing threat, the leader of Mogadishu instead used…

Mogadishu, (Idil News) – the majority of central and south Somalia’s fall into chaos as Al-Shabaab militants unleash hell in a Taliban-style power grab, seizing at least 15 towns and settlements across the Middle Shabelle, Hiiraan, and Lower Shabelle regions. Named “Operation Ramadan,” the militant group’s blitz has left the administrative capital of Jowhar under siege and forced Hirshabelle State’s president to flee like a bat out of hell, echoing former Afghan leader Ashraf Ghani’s Kabul exit in 2021. Since February 20, Al-Shabaab’s declared “total war” on Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s administration (HSM), with their sights set on Mogadishu, the nation’s…

The decision by President Said Abdullahi Deni to grant amnesty to those who assisted and supported ISIS operatives has shocked and angered the people of Puntland. These people stood idly by as terrorists slaughtered civilians and soldiers alike. This is not merely a misstep in leadership but a profound betrayal of justice and security.For years, Puntland’s security forces have fought bravely to push back against the encroaching tide of extremism, often at great personal cost. Families have buried their loved ones, entire communities have been devastated, and survivors continue to live with the trauma inflicted by militant violence. Yet, instead…

Minneapolis, (Idil News) – A 22-years-old Minneapolis adult male has been arrested and charged while trying to provide material support to the Islamic State (ISIS), a designated foreign terrorist organization, U.S. authorities confirmed. Abdisatar Ahmed Hassan was taken into custody following an FBI investigation that revealed his alleged efforts to travel to Somalia to join ISIS, according to a criminal complaint unsealed by Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa D. Kirkpatrick. The complaint alleges that Hassan, in December 2024, made two unsuccessful attempts to leave Minnesota for Somalia, claiming he was visiting family despite having no relatives there. He carried his birth…

Dhagar qabe Cabdisataar Axmed Xasan ayaa lagu soo oogay Dacwad ka dhan ah in uu agab iyo dhaqaale ku tageeray Kooxda aragagxisadda ah ee Daacish.Sida lagu sheegay dacwadda ciqaabta ah, bishii Diseembar 2024-tii, Xasan wuxuu isku dayay labo jeer inuu ka safro Minasoota uuna tago dalka Soomaaliya si uu ugu biiro ugana dhinac dagaalamo maleeshiyaadka Daacish, balse iskuday laba jeer ahi kuma guuleysan. Xasan wuxuu isku dayay inuu qariyo ujeeddada safarkiisa isagoo sheeganaya inuu booqanayo qaraabadiisa, inkastoo uusan wax qaraabo ah ku lahayn Soomaaliya. Wuxuu watay shahaadadiisa dhalashada, shahaadada jinsiyadda, iyo shahaadada dugsiga sare. Baaritaanka FBI-du wuxuu muujiyey in Hassan…

Mogadishu, (Idil News) – A teenage boy was shot and killed by Somali security forces at Lido Beach in Mogadishu as authorities cleared the area ahead of a visit by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, local reports said on Thursday. Witnesses said security forces ordered civilians to leave the beach as part of a ceremony for the delegation. When the teenager allegedly refused to comply, he was shot, according to multiple reports. Several others were reportedly injured in the incident. There was no immediate statement from the federal government on the shooting or the identity of the victim. The Ethiopian…

WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said he ordered military airstrikes on Saturday targeting a senior Islamic State attack planner and others from the organization in Somalia. “These killers, who we found hiding in caves, threatened the United States and our Allies,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social. “The strikes destroyed the caves they live in, and killed many terrorists without, in any way, harming civilians.” Saturday’s strikes were carried out in the Golis Mountains, said Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who added that an initial assessment indicated multiple operatives were killed. He said no civilians were…

Nairobi (Idil News) – At least 11 soldiers from the Somali National Army surrendered to Kenya at the Hulugho border.Officials said the group was armed with rifles with more than 1,000 bullets when they surrendered on Sunday evening, witnesses and military officials said.Locals reported that a group of the Somali National Army was heading for Garabey, Kenya, near the main border.This prompted Kenya Defence Forces personnel and other multi-agencies to move to the area, where they found the defectors already sited and waiting for further instructions.According to officials, some of the defectors were Kenyans.One of the defectors had an AK47…

Garowe, (Idl News) – Puntland’s Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, Daud Mohamed Omar, chaired a meeting with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) officials in Garowe on 26 January 2025.The discussions focused on strengthening collaboration between the Puntland government and the UN agency to advance key development initiatives.  Lionel Laurens, the head of UNDP’s Somalia office, led the delegation in talks that centered on priority projects aligned with Puntland’s development agenda. The meeting emphasized efforts to facilitate ongoing and future initiatives aimed at economic growth and infrastructure development.  Minister Omar highlighted the Puntland Development Plan for 2024-2029 (PDP⁴), which is…

Turkey’s Involvement in Somalia Raises Concerns Amidst Puntland’s War Against ISIS Turkish officials in Mogadishu, associated with the Turkish Foreign Ministry and intelligence agencies are now publicly threatening Somalia’s semi-autonomous state of Puntland. AS TURKEY SUPPORTED ISIS WREAKS HAVOC IN SYRIA, TURKISH INTELLIGENCE IN SOMALIA TACITLY STANDBY ISIS IN PUNTLAND. Turkey’s Involvement in Somalia Raises Concerns Amidst Puntland’s War Against ISIS Turkish officials in Mogadishu, associated with the Turkish Foreign Ministry and intelligence agencies, are now publicly challenging Somalia’s Federal Member States, particularly Puntland, by dismissing Puntland’s efforts against ISIS in the Calmiskaad mountain range. With Villa Somalia’s war on terror…

Boosaaso, (Idil News) – Puntland’s armed forces have successfully captured the towns of Turmasaale and Janno-Jiifta in the Bari region, dealing a significant blow to Islamic State in Somalia (IS-S), local media reported on Friday.The operation, part of the broader Hilaac Campaign against ISIS militants, saw Puntland troops engaging in heavy combat, clearing landmines and neutralizing drones. According to military sources, at least 13 ISIS militants were killed in Turmasaale during the assault. Strategic Capture of Turmasaale Turmasaale, located at the mouth of the Togga Jeceel valley, had been a fortified stronghold for ISIS, used for staging attacks and as…

Boosaaso, (Idil News) – At least 140 dolphins were found stranded on the shores of Mareero near Bosaso, in Puntland’s Bari region, sparking an environmental investigation into the causes of this unusual incident. Government officials and marine experts have reported that some dolphins were alive when they washed ashore, while others were already dead. The Puntland Ministry of Environment, in collaboration with the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources, has spearheaded rescue efforts. Officials confirmed that 30 dolphins were returned to the sea, while around 60 were found dead.   Toxic Waste Concerns Speculation has emerged that toxic waste dumping in…

Antwerpen, (Idil News) – The Puntland State has accused the federal Somali government of neglecting its security forces in their ongoing offensives against Daesh (ISIS) and Al-Shabaab militants. The declaration was made in a press release by Puntland’s diplomatic representative to Benelux countries and the European Union. Puntland officials declare that despite their armed force’s successes in counter-terrorism operations over the past five months, they have received neither military nor logistical assistance from Somalia and/or the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) freshly succeeded by the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). The release revealed that…

Idil News – A recently declassified U.S. intelligence assessment dated November 26, 2024, details that actions by the Somali Federal Government threaten U.S. national security and destabilize the region. The document, titled “Somali Leadership’s Actions Threatens U.S. National Security and Regional Stability,” focuses on the military interference in Jubaland and its impact on counterterrorism efforts against Al-Shabaab and the Islamic State in Somalia (ISS). Key findings from the assessment Misuse of U.S. Resources: The Somali Federal Government, led by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, has evidence that diverted U.S.-trained Danab Special Forces and U.S.-supplied arms from…

The Hillaac “Thunder” Operation in Puntland has achieved remarkable success in less than a month since it was launched, marking a historic milestone in Somalia’s counter-terrorism efforts. Security experts in the Horn of Africa have acknowledged this achievement.However, Hassan Sheikh has reportedly turned his focus toward implementing a sinister plan aimed at undermining Puntland’s operations. A recently obtained document, which has undergone entirely our independent analysis, outlines the following:- The FGS has allegedly authorized and provided assistance to Al-Shabaab and ISIS fighters hiding in the mountains of Sanaag and Bari. – This support reportedly includes facilitating the transfer of supplies and…

Boosaaso, (Idil News) – Puntland’s armed forces have claimed a significant victory in their ongoing offensive against terrorism, seizing a major hideout used by Islamic State (ISIS-S) militants in the rugged Bari Mountains of Puntland. The operation, conducted by Puntland’s counterterrorism unit, revealed a network of rudimentary stone caves that proved to be a hub for ISIS activities in the region. Among the findings were an Egyptian and Saudi passport as well as international bank cards, spotlighting the transnational nature of the terrorist group’s operations. The passport identified Al-Hawshani Mohamed Ahmed, a 21-year-old Saudi national, as a member of IS-Somalia.…

DUKUMINTI: Sida ay muujinayaan macluumaad ay qoreen ilo sirdoon oo caalami ah, Dowladda Federaalka Soomaaliya, oo ku fashilantay dagaalkii Shabaabka, ayaa si weyn uga maseyrsan hawlgallada dardarta ku socda ee ay wadaan Ciidamada ammaanka Puntland.Hawlgalka Hillaac ee Puntland ayaa muddo ka yar bil ku soo hoyay guulo waaweyn oo ku yar taariikhda hawlgallada la dagaallanka argagixisada ee Soomaaliya. Waxaana taas wada qiray dhammaan khubarada amaanka ee ka faaloota Geeska Afrika.Haddaba, XASAN SHEEKH, ayaa u jiheystay fulinta qorshe gurracan oo lagu doonayo in lagu hagardaameeyo hawlgallada Puntland.Dukuminti dhowaan nasoo gaaray oo muddo aan ku wadnay faaqiqaad ayaan halkan idin kula wadaagayaa:-…

Dhammaadkii bishii Diseembar waxay Dowladda Puntland bilawday hawlgalka la dagaalanka argagixisada, kaasoo loogu magac daray Hillaac.Wax ka yar bil, wuxuu hawlgalkaan ku xaqiijiyay guulo waaweyn, oo aan horey loogu arkin taariikhda hawlgalladii ka dhici jiray Soomaaliya. Taariikhda inta aan xusuusan karno, guulaha waaweyn ee laga soo hoyay buuraleyda Cal Miskaad, oo ah goobta uu hawlgalka ka socday muddada afarta toddobaad, waxaa lagu barbar dhigi karaa mid la mid ah jabkii weynaa ee kooxda Shabaab ka raacay Muqdisho Agoosto 2011, ee sababay in kooxdu dib ugu gurato Shabeellaha Hoose.Haddaba, maxay tahay sababaha waaweyn ee keenay guulahan wax-ku-oolka ah ee laga gaaray hawlgalka…

Bosaso, (Idil News) – Security armed forces in Puntland have made significant strides in their ongoing offensive against ISIS-S (Islamic State in Somalia), including seizing advanced weaponry, dismantling key terrorist strongholds, and arresting suspects linked to extremist groups. The large scale operation, dubbed “Hillaac” or “Lightning,” underscores Puntland’s ongoing dedication to combating terrorism within its territorial boundaries. Seizure of Advanced Weaponry In a first for Puntland forces have seized drones, including “suicide” and “explosive-laden” models, during operations in the Al-Miskad mountains in the Bari region. These areas are known strongholds for ISIS militants. Forces also intercepted and neutralized drones used…

Mogadishu, (Idil News) – Somalia’s opposition has intensified criticism of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s regime, accusing it of undermining democratic principles through opaque foreign agreements and a contentious electoral process. Disputed Foreign Deals Key opposition figures have condemned recent agreements between Somalia and foreign nations, particularly with Ethiopia, alleging they were signed without parliamentary oversight. Critics claim this bypass reflects an authoritarian streak within Mohamud’s administration, raising alarms over governance transparency.  “This government is operating unilaterally, disregarding constitutional protocols and parliamentary checks,” read a statement from opposition leaders shared on social media platform X. They further argued that such deals…

Bosaso, (Idil News) – Puntland’s armed forces, PDF, PMPF and led by their Counterterrorism Unit, have resumed their campaign against ISIS militants entrenched in the Al-Miskad Mountains. According to Puntland security officials, the troops are currently engaging a substantial cave complex used by the terrorists as a base of operations.  On Tuesday alone, Puntland forces intercepted and downed 12 drones deployed by ISIS operatives. Additionally, two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by the militants were detected and safely detonated, averting potential casualties.On Monday, Tog  Jacayl battled the militant casualties, increasing the number. Thirty ISIS militants are confirmed killed, including an…

Bosaso, (Idil News) – Air Arabia has officially resumed its flights to Puntland and marking a major milestone in improving trade, travel, and global connectivity between the Gulf and the Horn of Africa.The inaugural flight of the Sharjah–Bosaso route was celebrated on January 14, 2025, with Hon. Mohamed Baarri Shire, the First Deputy and acting Speaker of the Puntland Parliament, presiding over the launch ceremony in Bosaso. This new connection replaces the previously served Sharjah–Hargeisa route, which ended in November 2023. The airline’s return to Puntland signals a renewed commitment to bolstering economic ties and enhancing access for travelers and…

Boosaaso, (Idil News) – Puntland’s armed forces disclosed the deaths of 26 Islamic State (ISIS) fighters, including a woman, in a significant military operation conducted on Monday in the semi-autonomous Puntland state. The operation targeted eight extremist outposts in the Al-Miskat mountains of the Bari region, according to Puntland military officials. The clash began at approximately 8 a.m. near the Dhabancad valley, about 13 km from Balidhidhin district, with an explosion followed by mortar fire and drone attacks aimed at Puntland forces, as stated by General Mohamed Mahmoud Ahmed, Puntland’s military spokesman.During the intense clashes, Puntland forces seized control of…

MP Dr Abdillahi Hashi Abib, a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee and the House of People of Somalia, recently published a strong condemnation of the actions of Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The article, which calls for the president’s impeachment, outlines several grievances:It is both shocking and deeply disgraceful that the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, once a vocal critic of external aggression against our land and sea, has now betrayed the very sovereignty he swore to protect. Standing in the sacred halls of the Martyr’s Mosque in Mogadishu on January 12, 2024, he boldly declared Ethiopia as our…

Boosaaso – (Idil News) Howlgalka Ciribtirka Argagixisada Daacish ayaa hantay guulo muhiim ah, waxaana Argagixisada ilaa hadda gacantooda laga saaray Talisyadii ugu muhiimsanaa, keydkii Raashinka ee kooxdan ayaa lasoo bandhigay oo ay yaalan nooc kasta oo Raashin ah oo ciidan ka badan 600 askari ay bilo isticmaali karaan.Duqeymihii u danbeeyey ayaa gaarsiiyey khasaare, dhimasho iyo dhaawacba leh, iyagoo Miinooyinkii ay wadooyinka ku gooyeen la saaray intii ugu badnayd.In ka badan 4 diyaaradaha drone oo ay qaraxyo kuxireen ayaa lasoo riday, sidaas oo kale farsamooyinka cusub ee Argagixisadu kugashay dagaalka waa in dhawr nooc u adeegsanayaan miinooyinka.3 argagixiso ajnabi ah oo…

Bosaso, (Idil News) – Puntland forces have launched airstrikes targeting ISIS militant positions in the mountainous areas near the Balidhidin district in Puntland’s Bari region, security sources confirmed. This is the third strike within the first week of Puntland’s  Hilaac Offensive Operations performed by unmanned aircraft, which reportedly destroyed key militant bases and resulted in the deaths of several insurgents, officials said Thursday. General Mohamud Mohamed Ahmed, known as ‘Faadhigo,’ the Puntland military spokesman, told VOA Somali the airstrikes focused on the IL and Camayra mountain areas, which have been militant bases for ISIS militants. “The swift and decisive action…

Mogadishu, (Idil News) – leader Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia is reported to be directing the country toward a state of martial law, according to political analysts and public officials, following a series of unilateral foreign policy decisions and a significant restructuring of the national military. Foreign Policy Maneuvers Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has been criticized for bypassing parliamentary oversight in negotiating and signing over 15 memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with neighbors and rival nations including Ethiopia, Egypt, Turkey, China, and the United Arab Emirates.These agreements cover wide-ranging aspects from security pacts to economic ventures but lack transparency regarding terms, duration…

Garowe, (Idil News) – Puntland armed forces conducted airstrikes on suspected ISIS hideouts in the mountainous Bari region on Tuesday, marking an escalation in the semi-autonomous state’s campaign against militant groups. The strikes targeted areas believed to host ISIS-Somalia bases, according to Gen. Mohamoud Mohamed Ahmed, a spokesman for Puntland’s counter-terrorism special operations unit. Speaking to Voice of America, Ahmed confirmed the operation was carried out with assistance from U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM). “We conducted airstrikes in several locations where ISIS militants were hiding. Casualties have been reported, but we are still gathering exact numbers,” he said. The operation comes…

Garowe (Idil News) – Puntland forces successfully thwarted a coordinated assault by Islamic State-affiliated militants in Wadi Dharjaale, under the Alula district of the Bari region, early-morning Monday. The attack, which involved two suicide vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (SVBIEDs) and 10 attackers, marked a significant escalation in the region’s ongoing conflict with the extremist group. The militants, four of whom detonated person-borne IEDs (PB-IEDs) within the military camp, caused injuries to several Puntland soldiers. The operation, which began at approximately 4:30 a.m. local time, highlighted the increasing sophistication of IS-Somalia’s tactics. According to Puntland’s Minister of Information, Mohamud Aidid Dirir,…

Nairobi, (Idil News) – The United Nations Security Council has unanimously approved the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), which will replace the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) starting January 1, 2025. The approval that was enshrined in Resolution 2767, allows for an initial 12-month deployment of up to 12,626 uniformed personnel, including 1,040 police officers. Phase one of AUSSOM will run until June 30, 2025, as part of ongoing efforts to stabilize Somalia amid its long-standing battle against the insurgent militia of Al-Shabaab. The authorization follows negotiations about the new force, which have been…

The United States must urgently reconsider its financial support for the United Nations’ initiatives in South Somalia. Decades of investment have yielded no tangible progress, only deepened corruption and bolstered extremist groups, including one called the Somali National Army (SNA) and the militant group Al-Shabaab. American taxpayers are not underwriting democracy; they are unwittingly funding tribal extremism and a broken system that perpetuates instability.  Somalia today is more divided than it was in 1991. Two UN-funded military factions, ostensibly allies in the fight against terrorism, are now engaged in deadly clan-based conflicts. This exposes a profound failure: rather than combating extremism,…

Garowe, (Idil News) – Puntland a semi-autonomous state, has activated a large-scale military offensive against ISIS and Al-Shabaab militants entrenched in the Cal-Miskaad Mountains and other strategic areas of the Bari region. The operation, codenamed “Operation Mountain Thunder,” marks a significant escalation in Puntland’s fight against radical and violent extremism. Thousands of troops from multiple Puntland defense units, including the Dervish forces, Puntland Maritime Police Force (PMPF), and the Presidential Guard, have been mobilized. Military sources report the deployment of approximately 10,000 soldiers and hundreds of vehicles equipped with heavy weaponry, drones, and logistical support to the mountainous strongholds of…

Nairobi, (Idil News) – A senior leader of the Al-Shabaab militant group, Mohamed Mire Jama, was killed in a U.S. airstrike near the town of Kunyo Barrow in Somalia’s Lower Shabelle region, the militia has confirmed. The airstrike, reportedly conducted by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) on December 24, 2024, targeted Jama, who held the title of Interior Emir and was a prominent member of Al-Shabaab’s central shura council. Jama, who served as Al-Shabaab’s Head of Regions and Provinces (Wilayaat), was a key figure within the group. The United States had designated him as a global terrorist in 2022, and the…