Terror Watch

Puntland Imposes Ban on Illegal Arms and Supplies in Anti-ISIS Operation

BOOSAASO, Somalia (KAAB TV) – Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni, accompanied by the First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mohamed Baari Shire, has announced new directives aimed at countering the activities of the ISIS-affiliated group operating in the region.

Jordan Bans Muslim Brotherhood Amid Terror Allegations, Extending Threat to Somalia

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – The Jordanian authorities have banned the Muslim Brotherhood, ramping up its crackdown on the Islamist group following the arrest of several of its members suspected of plotting large-scale attacks aimed at destabilizing the country.

Somali Forces Repel Al-Shabaab Attack on Danab Base in Wargaadhi

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – Somali government forces, backed by local clan militias, have regained full control of Wargaadhi in the Middle Shabelle region following a pre-dawn attack by the Al-Shabaab militant group on Thursday.

Ethiopian Consulate Official Abducted and Killed in Las Anod, Somalia

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – An official from the Ethiopian consulate in Garowe has been killed in Las Anod, the administrative capital of SSC-Khaatumo, according to local sources.

Somalia: South West State Repels Surprise Al-Shabaab Attack Near Baidoa

BAYDHABO, Somalia (KAAB TV / HORN OBSERVER) – A fierce battle erupted early Thursday between South West State forces and the militant group Al-Shabaab in Baay Burjeed, a village on the outskirts of Baidoa, the capital of Somalia's Bay region and the seat of South West State.

Puntland Forces Advance into Miiraale Valley in Third Phase of Anti-ISIS Operation

GAROWE, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – Puntland forces involved in the counter-terrorism operation in the Cal Miskaad mountains entered the Miiraale Valley on Friday.

Al-Shabaab Captures Key Town of Aadan Yabaal in Middle Shabelle After Fierce Assault

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – Al-Shabaab militants seized control of the strategic town of Aadan Yabaal in Somalia's Middle Shabelle region on Wednesday following a brief but intense clash on the outskirts of the town.

UK Steps Up Aid to Somalia Security Forces as Al-Shabaab Threat Intensifies

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER / Kaab TV) – As Somalia faces a critical security threat from a resurgent Al-Shabaab, the United Kingdom has increased its support for the Somalia Security Forces (SSF).

Somalia Bids Farewell to Col. Nur Farey — But Questions Remain Over His Killing

MOGADISHU, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER / KAAB TV) – Somalia laid to rest one of its rising military officers, Colonel Nur Mohamed Gabow, widely known as Nur Farey, in a solemn funeral held Thursday in Mogadishu.

Trump Administration Weighs Closing U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu As Al Shabab Gains Ground

GAROWE, Somalia (HORN OBSERVER) – The United States Government is reportedly considering closing the U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu, according to a New York Times report citing American officials.