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Shebab Islamists abandon last stronghold in Somalia
Kismayu has been a vital lifeline for the Shebab in their five year revolt against African Union and Somali government troops.
View ArticleDanish brothers charged with plotting terror attack
Two brothers with links to Somalia’s Islamist Shebab rebels have been formally charged over suspicions of plotting a terror attack.
View ArticleHeavy gunfire and explosions heard as siege continues at Kenyan shopping mall
As the stand-off enters its third day, sustained bursts of rapid gunfire erupted at dawn and lasted 15 minutes, and soldiers posted around the complex ducked for cover.
View ArticleUS stages raids targeting Islamist leaders in Africa
A Libyan militant suspected in the 1998 US embassy bombings was captured by US forces. A leader of the Shabab group was targeted in southern Somalia in a second raid.
View ArticleAt least 19 dead after bomb blast in Somalian seaside resort
After a huge explosion, gunmen burst into the restaurant yesterday evening as diners were sitting down for their evening meal.
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