BOSASO, Somalia—In a critical development aimed at stabilizing northeastern Somalia, Puntland’s security forces have launched the final phase of Operation Hillaac in the Bari region. The operation, ...

Bosaso, Somalia — US military aircraft have provided critical support to Puntland security forces fighting ISIS militants in the rugged Calmiskaad mountain region of Somalia's Bari province. Due ...

Puntland Security Forces parade newly trained soldiers and equipment to combat ISIS in Bosasso, Bari Region, Puntland region, Somalia, on Jan. 30, 2025. REUTERS/Feisal Omar BOSASO, Somalia - Despite ...

Forces from Somalia's semi-autonomous Puntland region have captured swathes of territory from Islamic State during a weeks-long offensive they hope will draw increased international support ...

In any case, Islamic State in Somalia’s ranks have increased steadily, from an estimated 200-300 fighters in 2016 to about 1,000 as of February 2025, according to reports.

In any case, Islamic State in Somalia’s ranks have increased steadily, from an estimated 200-300 fighters in 2016 to about 1,000 as of February 2025, according to reports.