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| Puntland Security Forces Apprehend Three IS Suspects in Bosaso |
| 2024-06-05 |
| [SHABELLEMEDIA] Puntland ...a region in northeastern Somalia, centered on Garowe in the Nugaal province. Its leaders declared the territory an autonomous state in 1998. Puntland and the equally autonomous Somaliland seem to have avoided the clan rivalries and warlordism that have typified the rest of Somalia, which puts both places high on the list for Islamic subversion... State Security forces successfully arrested three individuals suspected to be members of the terrorist bad boy group Islamic State  ...formerly ISIS or ISIL, depending on your preference. Before that they were al-Qaeda in Iraq, as shaped by Abu Musab Zarqawi. They're really very devout, committing every atrocity they can find in the Koran and inventing a few more. They fling Allaharound with every other sentence, but to hear western pols talk they're not reallyMoslems.... (IS) during an operation in Bosaso town, Barri region, on Sunday night. The operation, aimed at enhancing security in the region, was carried out in response to threats posed by the suspects to local businesses. In a statement released on the X platform, the Puntland Security Forces (PSF) announced the successful outcome of their operation. "PSF has conducted operations to improve security in Bosaso, Somalia. The objective was to identify and apprehend ISIS suspects who had been threatening local businesses. During the operation, the PSF successfully arrested three individuals believed to be involved in these threats," the statement read. This operation comes in the wake of a recent successful joint operation by the Somali National Army and International Partners, which resulted in the elimination of over 20 al-Shabaab ... al-Qaeda's tentacle in East Africa... turbans at the Cal Madow area in the Sanaag region. The arrests underscore the ongoing efforts by Puntland Security Forces and their commitment to maintaining peace and security in the region. The successful operation not only disrupted potential threats to local businesses but also sent a strong message to terrorist groups operating in the area. As the Puntland Security Forces continue their efforts to ensure the safety and security of the region, the international community will be watching closely to see how these developments impact the overall security situation in Somalia. |
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| Three ISIS members killed in US airstrike in Somalia's Puntland |
| 2024-06-02 |
[SHABELLEMEDIA] In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an  ...KABOOM!... in Somalia targeting ISIS murderous Moslems, on May 31, 2024. The airstrike occurred in a remote area in the vicinity of Dhaardaar, approximately 81 km southeast of Bosaso, Somalia. An initial assessment of the strike is that three ISIS murderous Moslems were killed, with no civilian casualties. U.S. Africa Command takes great measures to prevent civilian casualties. Protecting innocent civilians remains a vital part of the command’s operations to promote a more secure and stable Africa. ISIS has conducted numerous attacks globally, including terrorist attacks in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, all while continuing to plot against the U.S. homeland and personnel and interests around the world, as well as regional partners, and others globally. U.S. Africa Command, alongside its partners, continues to take action to prevent this terrorist group from planning and conducting attacks, that disproportionately harms civilians. Somalia remains central to the security environment in East Africa. U.S. Africa Command’s forces will continue training, advising, and equipping partner forces to degrade ISIS. U.S. Africa Command, headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, with partners, counters malign actors and international threats, responds to crises, and strengthens security forces in order to advance U.S. national interests and promote regional security, stability, and prosperity. |
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| Somalia: Military court releases Moroccans sentenced to death for joining ISIS |
| 2024-05-16 |
| [Garowe] The military court in Puntland ...a region in northeastern Somalia, centered on Garowe in the Nugaal province. Its leaders declared the territory an autonomous state in 1998. Puntland and the equally autonomous Somaliland seem to have avoided the clan rivalries and warlordism that have typified the rest of Somalia, which puts both places high on the list for Islamic subversion... has released six foreign individuals linked to the Islamic State  ...formerly ISIS or ISIL, depending on your preference. Before that they were al-Qaeda in Iraq, as shaped by Abu Musab Zarqawi. They're really very devout, committing every atrocity they can find in the Koran and inventing a few more. They fling Allaharound with every other sentence, but to hear western pols talk they're not reallyMoslems.... faction in Somalia, which was founded in late 2015 by a Somali-British ex-Al-Shabaab ... the personification of Somali state failure... preacher Abdulkadir Mumin. According to authorities in Puntland, the men, who come from foreign countries, have been training fighters around the Golis mountains, and have often staged attacks around Bosaso, the commercial capital of the state. General Abdifatah Haji Adan, the chairman of the military court, said the Æthiopian and Moroccan nationals surrendered to Puntland after escaping from the ISIS group. The IS-Somalia is affiliated with ISIS bully boys, who have roots in the Middle East. The court released the six men to the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, which was directed to repatriate them to their countries of origin. In addition, the court also released six children who had also been recruited to the ISIS branch in Somalia. Two months ago, the military court in Puntland sentenced to death six Moroccans believed to be imported muscle for the Islamic State Death Eater group in Somalia. The group rivals al-Shabaab and both target innocent civilians and security teams in their cowardly attacks. After thorough scrutiny, the six were identified as Mohammed Hassan, Ahmed Najwi, Khalid Latha, Mohammed Binu Mohammed Ahmed, Ridwan Abdulkadir Osmany, and Ahmed Hussein Ibrahim. They were accused of being members of the IS-Somalia terrorist group. Interestingly, the military court did not reveal whether the released Moroccans are among those sentenced last month. The IS-Somalia has a huge presence around the Golis mountains and the Bari region, where they have repeatedly fought with al-Shabaab holy warriors as they wrestle for dominance. Related: Puntland: 2024-05-15 Good Morning Puntland: 2024-05-15 Puntland Security Forces Intercept Explosives and Capture Suspect in Bosaso Puntland: 2024-05-12 Another piracy incident reported off Somalia coast, threat of Somali piracy rising per EU Related: Golis mountains: 2024-03-03 Somalia's Puntland sentences 6 Moroccans to death over ISIS membership Golis mountains: 2023-11-27 Somalia: Moroccan nationals linked to ISIS, arrested in Puntland Golis mountains: 2021-08-25 IS-Somalia financier slapped with 15-year imprisonment by military court |
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| Somali pirates taken to Seychelles for prosecution |
| 2024-05-16 |
[Garowe] Six suspected  Somali pirates have been transferred to the Indian Ocean Island of Seychelles for prosecution, it has emerged, with the culprits transported using an EU worship or warship , after they were involved in the Gulf of Aden incident which was classified as a pirate attack. Last weekend, the European Union ...the successor to the Holy Roman Empire, only without the Hapsburgs and the nifty uniforms and the dancing... Naval Force Operation Atalanta confirmed a 'suspicious approach' that involved the Marshall Islands-flagged Chrystal Arctic, taking place last Friday approximately 100 nautical miles north of Bosaso, Somalia. Reports indicate the vessel sighted along the Gulf of Aden was carrying 5-6 individuals who were heavily armed. The UK Maritime Trade Operations has since confirmed the incident, terming it a suspected pirate raid within the coastline of Somalia. On sighting the potential threat, the tanker’s Master implemented self-protection measures. The armed individuals on the small craft opened fire, leading to the vessel’s Armed Security Team returning fire, prompting the small craft to abandon its approach. The ATALANTA warship took the six men into custody after the scuffle, as some were taken for treatment following injuries sustained. The incident has since been classified as a piracy attempt, officials said. Seychelles is among the nations with whom Operation ATALANTA has a legal agreement allowing for the trial of suspected pirates arrested by its warships. The six will have to face the trial on the island, becoming the second lot to face prosecution. Last month, many Somali pirates were taken to India for prosecution after they were nabbed in the Indian Ocean. Cases of piracy have increased along the 3,333 kilometers of coastline for the last two years, but the government has partnered with stakeholders to curb the incidents. EUNAVFOR suspects the presence of two or more pirate action groups off the Somali coast following a string of recent dhow hijackings. Two merchant vessels, the MV Ruen and the MV Abdullah, were hijacked in December, with the former rescued by the Indian Navy after a three-month hostage situation. There were reports that the pirates have signed a clandestine agreement with al-Shabaab  ... an Islamic infestation centering on Somalia attempting to metastasize into Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and similar places, all ofwhich have enough problems without them..., a group seeking to topple the fragile UN-backed federal government of Somalia. Under the agreement, the two groups would share proceeds of ransom in all successful piracy incidents. Related: Seychelles: 2023-12-24 Iran threatens to blockade the Mediterranean Sea due to US actions Seychelles: 2023-12-24 Red Sea Security Coalition Melts Down As Member Nations Refuse to Accept US Leadership Seychelles: 2023-12-23 Senator Cotton: Americans will start dying due to escalation in the Red Sea |
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| Puntland Security Forces Intercept Explosives and Capture Suspect in Bosaso |
| 2024-05-15 |
| [ShabelleMedia] In a significant security operation, Puntland ...a region in northeastern Somalia, centered on Garowe in the Nugaal province. Its leaders declared the territory an autonomous state in 1998. Puntland and the equally autonomous Somaliland seem to have avoided the clan rivalries and warlordism that have typified the rest of Somalia, which puts both places high on the list for Islamic subversion... ’s naval forces have successfully apprehended a suspect and confiscated a cache of explosives, including hand grenades that were linked to recent severe explosions in the city of Bosaso. This bold move by the security forces is a critical step in ensuring the safety and security of the residents of Bosaso amidst ongoing threats from terrorist groups. The operation, reported by officials on May 14, 2024, targeted individuals suspected of being associated with terrorist groups, specifically al-Shabaab  ... an Islamic infestation centering on Somalia attempting to metastasize into Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and similar places, all ofwhich have enough problems without them...and ISIS-Somalia. These groups are known to have hidden bases in the Bari region’s mountains, posing a constant threat to the security and stability of the area. The seized explosives and vehicles were reportedly intended to carry out attacks that could have caused significant harm to the residents of Bosaso. This operation underscores the Puntland security forces’ commitment to combating terrorism and maintaining peace in the region. The security forces have been actively working to counter the activities of terrorist groups, and this recent success is a testament to their dedication and efforts. The apprehended materials and individuals are under investigation, and further details about the operation and its implications for regional security are expected to be revealed as the investigation progresses. This development comes at a time when Puntland and Somalia on the lam are facing numerous security challenges. The successful interception of explosives and the arrest of a suspect involved in terrorist activities are critical steps towards deterring future attacks and ensuring the safety of the people of Bosaso and the wider region. Related: Puntland: 2024-05-12 Another piracy incident reported off Somalia coast, threat of Somali piracy rising per EU Puntland: 2024-05-12 One Killed in Shootout Between Puntland Forces and Armed Group in Basaso Town Puntland: 2024-05-10 Suspected pirates arrested in Somalia |
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| Another piracy incident reported off Somalia coast, threat of Somali piracy rising per EU | |
| 2024-05-12 | |
[Garowe] Another piracy incident has been reported in Somalia, multiple sources confirmed, just as the country struggles to bring order and stability to the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea coastlines, which are now prone to such attacks.Eyewitnesses said a merchant's vessel has reported a suspicious approach by a blue-hulled small boat with several gunnies some 170 kilometers northwest of Bosaso, within Puntland ...a region in northeastern Somalia, centered on Garowe in the Nugaal province. Its leaders declared the territory an autonomous state in 1998. Puntland and the equally autonomous Somaliland seem to have avoided the clan rivalries and warlordism that have typified the rest of Somalia, which puts both places high on the list for Islamic subversion... state. Most cases of piracy are reported around the Puntland coastline. | |
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| UAE setting up mercenary force to be deployed in Somalia and Yemen |
| 2024-03-18 |
What odds the mercenaries try to take over? [ShabelleMedia] A former French special forces officer wants to create a highly-trained mercenary force for the United Arab Emirates, comprising at least 3,000 foreigners.The mercenary forces that will be created for the UAE will be in charge of the mission abroad, and the places that will be deployed include Somalia and Yemen ...an area of the Arabian Peninsula sometimes mistaken for a country. It is populated by more antagonistic tribes and factions than you can keep track of... , according to the Intelligence Online website. The government of the UAE has decided to establish a mercenary force, which will carry out operations abroad, and the process of recruiting soldiers will begin in July this year, and it will end in the middle of next year 2025. The recruits were promised a higher salary, and promotions every 3 years, with the training contract awarded to a French security agency led by a former commando officer. The mercenary forces will be sent to the countries where the UAE has interests and those who are fighting in the region, such as Yemen, where since 2015 the Khilaj Coalition has been conducting an operation against the Iran's Houthi sock puppets  ...a Zaidi Shia insurgent group operating in Yemen. They have also been referred to as the Believing Youth. Hussein Badreddin al-Houthi is said to be the spiritual leader of the group and most of the military leaders are his relatives. The legitimate Yemeni government has accused the them of having ties to the Iranian government. Honest they did. The group has managed to gain control over all of Saada Governorate and parts of Amran, Al Jawf and Hajjah Governorates. Its slogan is God is Great, Death to America™, Death to Israel, a curse on the JewsThey like shooting off... ummm... missiles that they would have us believe they make at home in their basements. On the plus side, they did murder Ali Abdullah Saleh, which was the only way the country was ever going to be rid of him... s. Last month, four UAE soldiers, including the head of training, were killed in a shooting attack at the General Gordon base in Mogadishu. The attack was claimed by the al-Shabaab ... the Islamic version of the old Somali warlord... group. In recent years, the United Arab Emirates has been heavily investing in ports in East Africa, including those in Somalia, such as Bosaso and Berbera, and it has an impact on the country’s political and military affairs. Somalia’s security issues are of concern to the UAE as they are connected to the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea. Somali pirates have recently returned after several years of attacks by Houthi rebels in Yemen on ships passing through the Red Sea.Somali-Source: UAE to form Emirati foreign legion with 3000 recruits to boost military capabilities in Yemen Somali |
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| UK security firm reports hijacked Yemeni fishing vessel in Gulf of Aden |
| 2024-03-18 |
| [IsraelTimes] The British security firm Ambrey says it has received a report that a Yemen ...an area of the Arabian Peninsula sometimes mistaken for a country. It is populated by more antagonistic tribes and factions than you can keep track of... i fishing vessel was hijacked in the Gulf of Aden. "Crew on board the fishing vessel were off-boarded in Bosaso, Somalia. One crew member was shot," Ambrey says, in an advisory note. Early this morning, an explosive detonated near a ship in the Gulf of Aden in a suspected attack by Yemen’s Iran's Houthi sock puppets  ...a Zaidi Shia insurgent group operating in Yemen. They have also been referred to as the Believing Youth. Hussein Badreddin al-Houthi is said to be the spiritual leader of the group and most of the military leaders are his relatives. The legitimate Yemeni government has accused the them of having ties to the Iranian government. Honest they did. The group has managed to gain control over all of Saada Governorate and parts of Amran, Al Jawf and Hajjah Governorates. Its slogan is God is Great, Death to America™, Death to Israel, a curse on the JewsThey like shooting off... ummm... missiles that they would have us believe they make at home in their basements. On the plus side, they did murder Ali Abdullah Saleh, which was the only way the country was ever going to be rid of him... rebels, potentially marking their latest assault on shipping through the crucial waterway leading to the Red Sea. Related: Ambrey: 2024-03-16 Yemen's Houthis attack an Israeli ship and a US destroyer in the Red Sea Ambrey: 2024-02-28 British maritime security firm receives report of warship firing on merchant vessel off coast of Yemen Ambrey: 2024-02-19 US-owned cargo ship hit in missile attack in Yemen - a day after Houthi rebels blasted British vessel in war-torn Red Sea |
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| Somalia's Puntland sentences 6 Moroccans to death over ISIS membership |
| 2024-03-03 |
| [Garowe] A court in northern Somalia has slapped six Moroccans with death sentence ...the barbaric practice of sentencing a murderer to be punished for as long as his/her/its victim is dead... s after establishing that they are active members of the IS-Somalia hard boys, a group that has continually caused chaos in Puntland ...a region in northeastern Somalia, centered on Garowe in the Nugaal province. Its leaders declared the territory an autonomous state in 1998. Puntland and the equally autonomous Somaliland seem to have avoided the clan rivalries and warlordism that have typified the rest of Somalia, which puts both places high on the list for Islamic subversion... state. The IS-Somalia hard boys, who are limited to Puntland's Golis mountains, have struggled to expand their territory after they clashed with al-Shabaab ... the Islamic version of the old Somali warlord... , an al-Qaeda-linked network that is plotting to oust the fragile UN-backed federal government of Somalia. On Thursday, the court ruled that the six Moroccan nationals had joined IS-Somalia faceless myrmidons thus promoting terror in the Horn of Africa nation which has struggled with instability for the last three decades. Somalia is yet to stabilize due to insecurity and terrorism. The judge in the Puntland region says the men came to Somalia to harm the lives of Moslems and Somalis, and to create mischief in the country. The landmark judgment confirms that terror groups particularly the IS-Somalia faceless myrmidons have been recruiting foreigners. Earlier, the court heard that the accused were training with the Islamic State ...formerly ISIS or ISIL, depending on your preference. Before that they were al-Qaeda in Iraq, as shaped by Abu Musab Zarqawi. They're really very devout, committing every atrocity they can find in the Koran and inventing a few more. They fling Allaharound with every other sentence, but to hear western pols talk they're not reallyMoslems.... faction in Somalia in the Cal-Miskaat mountains. They were recruited at different times before graduating and subsequently, assigned duties within and outside the country. The accused claimed they were haplessly misguided about training with the group and wanted to be deported to their countries, according to their lawyer. Moroccans also argue they surrendered voluntarily. An Æthiopian - Ahmed Hussein Ibrahim and a Somali - Abdulkadir Jama Mohammed were sentenced to 10 years jail terms each for conspiring with the group. A ninth man was freed for lack of evidence. Those convicted by the court include Mohammed Hassan, Ahmed Najwi, Khalid Latha, Mohammed Binu Mohammed Ahmed, Ridwan Abdulkadir Osmany, and Ahmed Hussein Ibrahim. Two Somali men are also charged with conspiring with IS Somalia. They denied the charges. Somalia is actively fighting terrorism, with al-Shabaab and IS-Somalia suffering losses in various parts of the country. The government of Somalia is projecting that by December 2024, the faceless myrmidons would have been downgraded substantially. Related: Puntland: 2024-02-20 Puntland Expels Journalist Over Previous Al Shabaab Reports Puntland: 2024-02-12 Blast and murder reported in Somalia’s Bosaso port city Puntland: 2024-02-12 Bomb attack in Somalia leaves at least five dead |
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| Puntland Expels Journalist Over Previous Al Shabaab Reports |
| 2024-02-20 |
| [Garowe] Puntland ...a region in northeastern Somalia, centered on Garowe in the Nugaal province. Its leaders declared the territory an autonomous state in 1998. Puntland and the equally autonomous Somaliland seem to have avoided the clan rivalries and warlordism that have typified the rest of Somalia, which puts both places high on the list for Islamic subversion... authorities have deported Jamal Osman, a journalist working for Channel 4, following his recent arrival in Garowe, signaling a stringent stance on security within the region. The deportation was confirmed to Garowe Online by a Puntland security official who preferred to remain anonymous. The security official stated that Osman’s expulsion is consistent with Puntland’s comprehensive strategy to safeguard its territories against any threats to peace and stability. Although specific details surrounding the reasons for Osman’s deportation were not disclosed, it was implied that the journalist’s work, which often focuses on Al-Shabaab ... Somalia's version of the Taliban, functioning as an arm of al-Qaeda...and their stronghold in Southern Somalia, might have contributed to the decision. This move comes at a time when Somali territories, including Puntland, are intensifying their efforts to combat insecurity and maintain order. The federal government and regional administrations have been notably proactive in addressing security challenges to ensure the safety of their citizens. To date, there has been no official response from either Jamal Osman or the Puntland administration regarding the deportation. This incident underscores the delicate balance between national security priorities and the freedom of the press, highlighting the challenges faced by journalists in regions experiencing conflict and political instability. Osman is renowned for his investigative journalism, particularly his coverage of murderous Moslem groups and his critical views on Somali leadership shared through social media. This expulsion reflects the ongoing tensions between media freedom and security concerns in Somalia. |
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