In Somalia's remote al-Miskad mountains, soldiers are tracking Islamic State fighters through drone feeds and preparing for confrontations. This area, which was recently a foothold for IS, now hosts about 500 soldiers from the Puntland Defence Forces as they receive intelligence on militant movements. After establishing a presence in the region, IS has been under pressure from both local and U.S. forces who actively bomb their hideouts. Recent comments from security officials indicate that IS's capacity for large-scale attacks has waned but their infrastructure for network support persists. However, the local population still feels the lingering effects of their brutal tactics, which enforced strict and oppressive rules on community life. Families remember the pain and loss inflicted by the militants, as evidenced by personal testimonies from locals. The Puntland forces are committed to continuing their fight against the group, ensuring they do not rest until every last fighter is captured. As the battle continues amid ongoing support from international allies, the resilience of IS-linked operations serves as a reminder of the complexities involved in combating terrorism in this volatile region.