- Tensions persist between Somalia, Puntland, and Jubaland regarding political disputes, arms, and security cooperation.
- Puntland launched a campaign to address a terrorist threat within Somalia.
Islamic State has presence in Somalia and maintains networks within Puntland.
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What happened
Islamic State has presence in Somalia and maintains networks within Puntland.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutKeep exploring
The entities involved
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Somalia
sovereign state in Africa
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Islamic State
Salafi jihadist militant Sunni Islamist group
- Islamic State activity is reported alongside ongoing discussions regarding a military aid framework between the US and Egypt.
- Amidst ongoing civil war, Israel launched hundreds of strikes on Syria, while a US-led coalition targeted Islamic State elements. Bashar al-Assad has been toppled by Islamist forces.
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Puntland
semi-autonomous state that considers itself to be part of Somalia
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