Warbixintii dhowaan ka soo baxday afhayeenka Waaxda Arrimaha Dibadda ee Mareykanka, Tommy Pigott, ayaa iftiisay xaaladda sii xumaanaysa ee dalka Suudaan, gaar ahaan walaaca laga qabo isbeddelka khatarta ah ee loo jihaystay dhanka "xal milateri." Iyadoo Jeneraal Cabdifataax al-Burhaan uu sii xoojinayo hadallada mudnaanta siinaya gacan-sarraynta goobta dagaalka halkii uu ka dooran lahaa wadahadal diblomaasiyadeed, beesha caalamku waxay wajahaysaa xaqiiqo qadhaadh: habkani maaha mid beegsanaya oo keliya xoogaga soo horjeeda, balse wuxuu khatar toos ah gelinayaa nolosha malaayiin qof oo rayid ah oo aan waxba galabsan. Hadallada u ololeynaya xalka milateri waxay gacan ka geystaan sharciyeynta rabshadaha socda, waxayna shacabka ku hayaan cabsi joogto ah. Marka hoggaanka Ciidanka Qalabka Sida ee Suudaan (SAF) ay colaadda u dhigaan mid ay ku xidhan tahay jiritaankooda ama dhimashadooda, waxay dhab ahaantii ula dhaqmayaan nolosha dadka rayidka ah sidii wax aan qiimo lahayn oo ku dh...
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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