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The Islamic State’s affiliate in Somalia, though smaller than its Middle Eastern counterparts, is rapidly gaining strength due to an influx of foreign fighters. A recent...
The election of Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro as Somaliland’s president ushers in a pivotal era for Somaliland, known for its political stability in the tumultuous Horn...
Finland has announced a halt to its bilateral development aid to Somalia, citing the latter’s refusal to accept the deportation of its citizens living illegally in...
The United States wielded its veto power on Wednesday to block a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for a permanent cease-fire in Gaza and the...
The U.S. House of Representatives Ethics Committee concluded its Wednesday meeting without resolving whether to release a nearly finished investigative report on former Representative Matt Gaetz,...
Somalia’s international partners have expressed growing alarm over the escalating tensions between the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and Jubaland State, urging an immediate de-escalation and...
U.S. Transfer of Long-Range ATACMS to Ukraine: Escalating Tensions and Strategic Implications Ukraine Launches First US-supplied, Long-range Missiles Into Russia Biden Approves Ukraine’s Use of U.S....
The controversial arrest and subsequent military court appearance of prominent Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye have sparked outcry and demands for his release. Besigye, a vocal...
President Muse Bihi Abdi has pledged a smooth transition of power following his electoral defeat to Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro of the Waddani Party. The announcement,...
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump unveiled his picks for three critical positions in his upcoming administration. The nominations—Linda McMahon for Secretary of Education, Howard Lutnick for Secretary...
The recent announcement of Somaliland’s presidential election and the exclusion of Faisal Ali Warabe from the race has drawn both reflection and debate. Coupled with the...
President William Ruto assured Kenyans of his administration’s unwavering commitment to steering the nation toward success. Speaking during the signing of the FY 2024/2025 ministerial performance...
The formation of Jubbaland’s 3rd Parliament has been hailed by former Somali leaders and regional lawmakers as a milestone in Somalia’s state-building efforts, though it has...
Mohamud Hashi, known among his supporters as the “Joker” of Somaliland politics, embodies a blend of strategic acumen, longevity, and the ability to adapt to an...
The G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro concluded with a collective pledge to prioritize the pressing concerns of the Global South, including combating climate change, addressing...
Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has strongly criticized former President Donald Trump’s proposal to deploy the U.S. military to carry out mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. Labeling...
Ukrainian forces launched their first U.S.-supplied long-range Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) strikes against Russian territory. The pre-dawn attack targeted ammunition warehouses in Russia’s Bryansk region,...
Donald Trump’s return to the U.S. presidency could mark a significant shift in international policy regarding Somaliland, the self-declared republic that has sought global recognition since...
A rapidly spreading species of mosquito, Anopheles stephensi, is driving a surge in malaria cases across East Africa, threatening to unravel decades of progress against the...
In a move that reflects President-elect Donald Trump’s aggressive stance on free speech and tech regulation, Brendan Carr has been named the next chairman of the...
The United Nations Security Council on Monday called for an urgent escalation in humanitarian assistance to Gaza as the enclave faces a worsening crisis due to...
As President Joe Biden’s administration enters its final two months, the United States is intensifying its financial, military, and diplomatic backing for Ukraine in its struggle...
When President-elect Donald Trump begins his second term in January, he plans to launch an ambitious initiative to streamline federal operations: the Department of Government Efficiency...
Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, the presidential candidate of the Waddani Party, has been declared the winner of Somaliland’s November 13 presidential election, as per provisional results...
The emergence of Lakurawa as a potent threat in Nigeria’s northwest is less a product of recent geopolitical shifts and more a reflection of longstanding systemic...
In a significant political development following Somaliland’s November 13 elections, the Electoral Commission has officially announced the three parties that will shape the nation’s political landscape...
A provocative call from Iranian lawmaker Mahmoud Nabavian for a shift in Tehran’s nuclear policy has ignited debate both within Iran and across the region. Nabavian,...
Somali Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre has issued a sharp rebuke of Jubbaland President Ahmed Madobe, accusing him of violating constitutional term limits and undermining Somalia’s...
The streets of Somaliland’s capital overflowed with grief and solemn respect on Monday as thousands of mourners came together to honor Ahmed Mohamed Mohamud Silanyo, a...
In a quiet Mogadishu café or halfway across the globe in Minneapolis, a Somali teenager opens TikTok. Onscreen, two young influencers—a pair of Generation Z stars...
Israel’s military strategy in Gaza is entering a critical phase as the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) pursue long-term objectives in the territory while grappling with the...
As his five-year term as the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs nears its end, Josep Borrell reflects on a tenure marked by historic crises...
President-elect Donald Trump, fresh off his electoral victory, spent Saturday night at Madison Square Garden in New York City attending UFC 309, an event that combined...
As the war in Ukraine nears its 1,000th day, Russia is making incremental but costly gains in eastern Ukraine, while Kyiv struggles to maintain morale and...
Senegalese officials began counting ballots late Sunday following peaceful parliamentary elections seen as critical to advancing President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s ambitious reform agenda. The vote marked...
President Joe Biden has reportedly authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to strike Russian territory. The decision marks the first time the...
As Israel and Hezbollah continue to trade blows in southern Lebanon, hopes for a cease-fire persist amid heightened violence and contradictory signals from both sides. While...
Ottawa police announced the arrest of 17 individuals, including Bayle and Bile Khandid, on charges tied to a major cocaine trafficking network. The two cousins, alleged...
Senegalese voters headed to the polls on Sunday in parliamentary elections that could shape the future of President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s reformist agenda. The snap elections,...
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has selected Chris Wright, a veteran of the oil and gas industry, as his nominee to lead the Department of Energy. Wright,...
Jubbaland’s regional administration and Somalia’s former President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo have denounced a newly approved law establishing the Independent National Electoral Commission, claiming it violates Somalia’s...
Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi has issued a sharp rebuke to foreign diplomats over statements made during Somaliland’s recent presidential elections, accusing them of undermining...
Jake Paul, the 27-year-old social media star turned professional boxer, secured a unanimous decision victory over boxing legend Mike Tyson on Friday night in an intergenerational...
Advocacy groups are intensifying calls for the Pentagon to issue long-overdue condolence payments to civilians harmed by U.S. military operations overseas. The push, directed at Defense...
Western diplomats have called on Somaliland’s presidential candidates and their supporters to accept the upcoming election results, emphasizing the importance of democratic integrity as vote counting...
Ahmed Mohamed Mohamud Silanyo, a towering figure in Somaliland’s political landscape and a pivotal architect of its path to self-governance, passed away on Friday night at...
Two prominent Democratic senators are urging the Pentagon and the Department of Justice to investigate Elon Musk’s alleged communications with Russian officials, including President Vladimir Putin....
President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence (DNI) has sent ripples through the national security community, raising concerns over the future...