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    SENIOR ISLAMIC STATE COMMANDER CAPTURED IN PUNTLAND

    February 24, 2025
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    Puntland’s security forces have detained a key Islamic State commander in the Qal Maskad mountain range. The militant was involved in various criminal activities, including target killing and extortion, posing serious threats to the security of the region.

    The arrest is being hailed as a major breakthrough in Puntland’s anti-terrorism campaign. Authorities are taking further steps to root out its network and prevent future potential attacks.

    The Role of the Captured IS Commander in Puntland

    The captured IS commander planned and oversaw dozens of targeted killings in Puntland. The extortion network he led extorted hundreds of thousands of dollars every year from local businessmen. According to intelligence reports, it has inducted hundreds of fighters into the organization over the past five years. From 2020 to 2024, his group is said to be the main actor behind most IS attacks in Puntland.

    Impact of the Arrest on Regional Security

    Experts believe that the arrest could reduce the intensity of IS attacks in Puntland by 30 to 40 percent in the coming months. The operation is part of the anti-terrorist campaign, under which more than 100 militants have been killed in the last two years.

    According to local sources, after strict security measures came into force in 2023, incidents of extortion have decreased by about 20 percent. Puntland forces have carried out more than 25 successful operations against various hideouts of militants in the last six months, causing serious damage to terrorist networks.

    Future Counterterrorism Measures in Puntland

    Officials plan to deploy an additional 1,500 security personnel to IS-held areas. Surveillance measures will be further expanded, and at least 10 new intelligence units will be involved in monitoring militant activities.

    The Puntland government has requested $5 million in financial support to boost weapons, logistics and training for the counter-terrorism campaign. Over the past year, drone surveillance missions have increased by 60 percent, improving information gathered on IS movements.

    The arrest of a top IS commander in Puntland is a major breakthrough in the campaign against the terrorists, which has affected the group’s operations. Militant activities are expected to further decline thanks to ongoing security measures and strategic countermeasures. Through increased intelligence and military operations, Puntland is taking significant steps to ensure stability and sustainability of security.

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