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EPISODE · Dec 26, 2025 · 24 MIN

Has the fight against al-Shabab failed?

from The Inside Story Podcast · host Al Jazeera

UN experts say the group remains a major threat to stability in Somalia and neighbouring countries. And it is still able to carry out attacks repeatedly. So what does it mean for security in this part of Africa? In this episode:  Ismael Tahir, Research Fellow at Hilin, an organisation committed to development, governance and politics in the Somali Peninsula.  Afyare Elmi, Research Professor at City University of Mogadishu. Abdullahi Halakhe, Horn of Africa Security Analyst.  Host: Dareen Abughaida Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

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