Somali government forces, supported by international allies, conducted coordinated military operations in the Mudug and Hiran regions, killing a total of 22 Al Qaeda-linked Al Shabaab militants. The first operation in Dumay, central Somalia, resulted in 15 militants killed, while a second strike in Mahas, southern Somalia, eliminated seven more insurgents. Al Shabaab has been fighting Somali government forces and international peacekeepers for over 10 years. This militant group frequently carries out attacks on government targets and civilian areas, including the capital Mogadishu, causing hundreds of deaths. These latest operations aim to weaken the militants' operational capabilities in key regions.... [Continue Reading]
Qatar’s Minister of Municipality Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah conducted an inspection tour of the Mahaseel Agricultural and Marketing Services Company and the Al Sailiya Central Market. The visit showcased a notable abundance and diversity in local agricultural production capable of meeting growing market demands. The minister was briefed on government initiatives aimed at supporting the agricultural sector, boosting local food output, and securing the national food supply chain. This reflects Qatar’s strategic focus on enhancing self-sufficiency amid global supply uncertainties. At Al Sailiya Central Market, the minister observed auction processes for both local and imported fruits and... [Continue Reading]