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Guusha Aamusnaanta ah ee Soomaaliya: Waa Maxay Sababta Ay Aduunku Uga Aamusay Dagaalka Ka Dhanka ah Al-Shabaab

  Inta badan indhaha caalamku ay u jeedsadeen meelaha kale ee khilaafaadka sida Ukraine, Gaza iyo Saaxil, Soomaaliya ayaa si aamusnaan ah u gaareysa guulo waaweyn oo ka dhan ah kooxaha argagixisada sida Al-Shabaab, ISIS, iyo Al-Qaacida. Ciidanka Xoogga Dalka Soomaaliyeed (CXDS) oo kaashanaya ciidanka deegaanka ee Macawiisley ayaa qaaday howlgal ballaaran oo guulo dhaliyay, gaar ahaan gobollada Mudug, Hiiraan, Shabeellaha Hoose & Dhexe iyo Jubbada Hoose. Dhowr toddobaad gudahood, in ka badan 279 xubnood oo ka tirsanaa Al-Shabaab ayaa la dilay, shan magaalo iyo 16 tuulo ayaa la xoreeyay, 20 saldhig iyo gawaari qaraxyo siday ayaa la burburiyay. Kuwani ma aha dhacdooyin yaryar — waa guulo istiraatiiji ah oo ka dhacay xudunta kooxda ugu halista badan ee argagixisada Geeska Afrika. Dadka iyo Ciidanka oo Gacmaha Isqabsaday Waxa ka sii muhiimsan ayaa ah midnimada ay shacabka Soomaaliyeed iyo ciidanka Qaranku muujiyeen. Beeraley, odayaal, dhalinyaro iyo haween ayaa garab istaagay cii...

UN Helicopter Held Captive by al-Shabab: Rescue Efforts Underway Amidst Challenges


Introduction:

In a worrying turn of events, the infamous al-Shabab terrorist group has taken hostage a United Nations helicopter that was traveling from Beledweyne to Gadoon hamlet in the Galgaduud region of Somalia. The unfolding situation has prompted urgent rescue efforts by the Somali government, although military officials acknowledge the formidable challenges they face in reaching the abducted passengers.

Details of the incident:

The incident occurred when the helicopter, carrying a total of nine passengers, including members of the armed forces and a government contractor, was forced to land near Gadoon hamlet due to a mechanical fault. An internal UN memo revealed that at least six of the passengers have fallen into the custody of al-Shabab.

Government Response:

Information Minister Daud Aweis assured that since the accident, ongoing efforts have been made to rescue the crew. However, the difficult terrain and the stronghold of al-Shabab in the region have complicated the rescue mission, making it a challenging task for military personnel to access the location.

Local Perspectives:

Colonel Abdullahi Isse, stationed in the nearby town of Adado, expressed that no forces have been deployed for a rescue operation. He voiced skepticism about the likelihood of a successful rescue, citing the region's decade-long dominance by al-Shabab, even garnering sympathy from local residents.

UN and WFP Statements:

The United Nations issued a brief statement acknowledging the ongoing "response efforts" without providing specific details. Additionally, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), the largest humanitarian organization in Somalia, clarified that the helicopter did not belong to them or the United Nations Humanitarian Air Service. As a precautionary measure, all WFP planes in the region have been temporarily suspended.

Al-Shabab's Ongoing Threat:

Al-Shabab, an al-Qaeda-affiliated terrorist organization, has been actively working to overthrow the Somali government since 2006. Despite a successful government offensive in 2022, the group still holds significant influence in the eastern and southern regions. The latest incident underscores the persistent challenges faced by both the government and international organizations in maintaining security in the region.

Conclusion:

As rescue efforts continue in the face of daunting challenges, the international community anxiously awaits updates on the fate of the passengers held captive by al-Shabab. The incident highlights the complex security landscape in Somalia and the ongoing struggle to counter the influence of extremist groups. Our thoughts are with the affected individuals, and we hope for a swift and safe resolution to this distressing situation.

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