The growing presence and activities of notorious extremist promoters and operatives; such as Mukhtar Arbac (Social media commonly known as Mukhtar Alaska) are signaling alarms on both domestic and international fronts. This shocking trend underscores the immediate need for proactive measures to curb the spread of terrorism and its ideological underpinnings.
Extremist Networks in Focus
Mukhtar Alaska, a self-proclaimed supporter of terrorist organizations presently resides in Anchorage, Alaska, and holds a U.S. passport. In his chilling public statements, he has openly declared intentions to collaborate with ISIS (Daesh) and Al-Shabaab militants to destabilize Puntland, an autonomous state in Somalia.
We will collaborate with ISIS (Daesh) and Al-Shabaab to dismantle Puntland
He brazenly stated, further inciting these groups to target Puntland officials for assassination.
Meanwhile, Ali Samatar, a former bodyguard to Mohamed Said Atom—an ex-Al-Shabaab leader now in exile in Qatar—awaits asylum in Norway, increasing suspicions about the potential infiltration of extremist operatives in Europe. Atom himself, known for his violent history, continues to evade accountability. Another figure, Omar Sollas, is also designated as a key player in these networks, underscoring the transnational nature of the threat.
Sool Faction: A Nexus of Terrorism
These individuals are part of a broader faction based in eastern Sool, which has openly expressed its willingness to cooperate with ISIS and Al-Shabaab. Their goal? To weaken or outright destroy Puntland through coordinated violence and terrorism. This faction’s brazen admissions signal a dangerous convergence of extremist ideologies, with implications extending far beyond Somalia’s borders.
A Call to Action: Investigating
Given Mukhtar Alaska’s U.S. citizenship, his actions represent not only a threat to Puntland and also a national security risk for the United States. His incitement of violence and promotion of terrorism demand immediate attention from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and other relevant authorities. Allowing such activities to persist unchecked risks enabling the spread of extremist ideologies, endangering lives both domestically and abroad.
The activities of these individuals reflect the interconnected nature of modern terrorism. From Anchorage, Norway and Turkey, the ability of extremist promoters to operate across borders underscores the need for a coordinated international response.
Governments and law enforcement agencies must collaborate to disrupt these networks, hold individuals accountable and prevent the proliferation of extremism.
Conclusion
The willingness of extremist promoters to align with groups like ISIS and Al-Shabaab represents a clear and present danger to Puntland, United States and the global community. Addressing this threat requires swift and decisive action to dismantle these networks and protect both regional stability and global security.
Reporting by Jibril Qoobey; Editing by Idil News (Staff)