Former National Security Advisor: Al-Shabab as Somalia’s Defense Against Ethiopia

Somalia’s Hidden Alliances and Western Double Standards: Exposing Secret Intelligence and Government Ties to Terrorism

The explosive claims by Somalia’s former National Security Advisor suggesting Al-Shabab as Somalia’s defense against Ethiopian aggression. Uncover secret reports and Western double standards in combating terrorism.

Somalia’s former national security advisor and foreign minister, Abdi Said, has suggested that the militant group Al-Shabab is the only force capable of defending Somalia against what he describes as Ethiopian aggression. In an interview with the BBC Somali Service, Said accused Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of harboring expansionist ambitions, labeling him a “radical extremist” intent on annexing Somali territory. “There is no military power in Somalia other than Al-Shabab that can withstand Ethiopia’s provocative expansion,” Said claimed during the controversial interview.

When asked if he considered Al-Shabab a terrorist group, Said rejected the global designation, implying that the international community, including the United States, no longer prioritizes counter-terrorism campaigns. “The world, including the U.S., is tired of these terror designations and no longer sees them as relevant,” he stated.

These claims align with evidence presented in numerous reports by waryatv.com, which have repeatedly exposed the intricate and covert cooperation between the Somali government and Al-Shabab terrorists. It’s an open secret among intelligence communities that the reason Al-Shabab remains undefeated is due to the Somali government’s collaboration with these terrorists, despite publicly claiming to fight against them.

Rising Extremism in Africa: A Looming Threat to the U.S. and Its Allies

Secret intelligence obtained by waryatv.com from various Western countries reveals a complex web of deception. These documents indicate that Western governments are well aware of this collaboration but choose to ignore it, focusing instead on the broader geopolitical game. This hypocrisy extends to the financing of projects purportedly aimed at combating terrorism, which in reality end up funding the very terror groups they aim to eliminate.

The rapid expansion of violent extremist groups linked to Al-Qaida and the Islamic State in Africa has alarmed U.S. defense and military officials. The growing influence of these groups suggests a potential shift in their tactics, possibly leading to attacks on the U.S. or its Western allies. The instability across the continent, exacerbated by coups and the rise of ruling juntas, has led to the expulsion of American troops and a significant reduction in U.S. intelligence capabilities.

General CQ Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, highlighted these threats at a conference of African defense chiefs in Botswana. He pointed out that instability caused by groups like Wagner, terrorist organizations, and transnational criminal enterprises has far-reaching consequences. The notorious Russian mercenary group Wagner has moved into several African nations to provide security amid the retreat of Western forces, adding another layer of complexity to the region’s security landscape with their marked brutality and human rights abuses.

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The conference, held for the first time on African soil, underscored the urgent need for collaboration to combat the spread of insurgents in West Africa, the Gulf of Guinea, and the Sahel. Al-Qaida-affiliated groups such as Al-Shabab in Somalia and Jama’a Nusrat ul-Islam wa al-Muslimin (JNIM) in the Sahel have become the most financially viable insurgencies, actively seeking to expand their influence. JNIM, for example, is making inroads into Benin and Togo, using these countries as logistical hubs while increasing attacks there.

Simultaneously, the Islamic State maintains key cells in West Africa and the Sahel, receiving strategic directives from leaders now based in northern Somalia. These directives include tactics for kidnapping Westerners, improving military strategies, and evading drone surveillance. A U.S. military airstrike in Somalia recently targeted and killed several Islamic State militants, though it remains unclear if the group’s leader was among the casualties.

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The growth of these insurgent groups signals a strategic shift by both Al-Qaida and the Islamic State, recognizing Africa as fertile ground for jihadist expansion. This is compounded by the U.S. being forced to withdraw 1,000 troops from Niger following a coup, significantly impairing its counterterrorism and intelligence operations. The shutdown of key U.S. bases, such as the drone hub at Agadez, further hampers efforts to monitor and counter insurgent activities.

General Michael Langley, head of U.S. Africa Command, emphasized the importance of maintaining some intelligence capabilities to monitor these threats. Despite the troop withdrawals, the U.S. aims to secure a safe exit while retaining the ability to identify potential threats. The challenge, however, remains assessing whether these growing militant groups have the capability to conduct external operations that could target the U.S. homeland or its allies.

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This security situation is complicated by the shifting alliances of African nations, many of which are increasingly aligning with Russia and China. These countries offer security assistance without the political conditions that often accompany U.S. aid. This has made them appealing partners for the military juntas in power in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. The U.S. faces the challenge of fostering effective communication and collaboration with African nations while addressing concerns about democracy and human rights.

As extremist groups continue to grow in numbers and capability, the threat they pose to global security becomes ever more pronounced. The U.S. and its allies must adapt their strategies to address this evolving landscape, ensuring that they can effectively counter the rise of jihadist influence in Africa and prevent it from spilling over into other regions.

The revelations by Abdi Said not only expose the duplicitous nature of Somalia’s alliances but also highlight the glaring double standards of Western nations in their approach to combating terrorism. As the world turns a blind eye to these covert collaborations, the real victims remain the ordinary citizens who suffer under the continuous threat of violence and instability. This narrative demands a closer examination of the true motives behind international counter-terrorism efforts and the shadowy alliances that perpetuate the cycle of violence.

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