Iran’s once-formidable regional network is unraveling after a series of crushing setbacks. Assad’s fall has fractured Tehran’s grip on Syria, Hezbollah has been forced into retreat,...
A strategic move in the Horn of Africa to safeguard U.S. interests The U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Countering the Chinese Communist Party has taken...
Rising tensions as SSC-Khatumo leader Abdulqadir Ahmed Aw-Ali vows military action to capture Sanaag’s capital; Somaliland faces diplomatic isolation after Ankara Agreement. The leader of SSC-Khatumo,...
Talks focus on technicalities of Ethiopia’s sea access request, balancing economic interests with Somalia. Ethiopia and Somalia are set to negotiate Ethiopia’s access to the sea,...
Facing relentless opposition and misinformation campaigns, Somaliland’s Foreign Minister must lead a bold push for international recognition and global awareness. Somaliland, a beacon of stability and...
With advanced missile capabilities, maritime disruptions, and ties to Iran, the Houthis’ growing power demands urgent international intervention. The Houthis, a rebel group originating in Yemen,...
Ethiopia and Somalia are navigating a critical juncture in their bilateral relationship, with the recent visit by Ethiopia’s Defense Minister Aisha Mohammed Mussa to Mogadishu signaling...
As tensions rise in the Horn of Africa, Eritrea emerges as a potential U.S. partner to counter regional instability and foreign influence. Eritrea, often labeled Africa’s...
Regional tensions and Houthi attacks in the Red Sea cause an $8 billion revenue loss for Egypt, compounding economic challenges. Egypt’s economy faces mounting pressure as...
How Somaliland’s strategic position is attracting Israeli and Emirati interest amid rising regional tensions and global power plays. Somaliland’s geostrategic significance has placed it at the...
Idil Abdullahi Goley’s harrowing tale of survival at sea sheds light on the profound desperation driving thousands of Somalis to risk their lives in search of...
Opportunities and Challenges Amid Internal Conflicts and Regional Crises. By: Mahad Ahmed Security Specialist Somaliland’s appointment of its first National Security Advisor (NSA) marks a pivotal...
The downing of two US Navy pilots in the Red Sea due to apparent “friendly fire” has brought to light significant challenges surrounding operational coordination during...
The recent US airstrikes on Houthi-controlled facilities in Yemen mark a sharp escalation in the broader conflict in the Middle East. Targeting missile storage and command...
French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent visits to Djibouti and Ethiopia highlight France’s shifting priorities and evolving strategies in Africa. Against the backdrop of declining influence in...
A new report by the Counter Extremism Project (CEP) highlights the alarming role of Yemen’s Houthi intelligence apparatus, the Security and Intelligence Service (SIS), in perpetuating...
The European Council on 16 December decided to prolong the mandate of the EU Naval Force Operation ATALANTA and of the EU’s military training mission in...
By Mahad Ahmed Maritime Security Specialist The unrecognized yet ambitious Republic of Somaliland is quietly setting a precedent in maritime security and global economic diplomacy. As...
Why Somaliland Deserves Recognition. Somaliland is positioning itself as a strategic and economic hub, with its Berbera Port at the forefront of this transformation. This article...
The Somali coastline, once a notorious hotspot for piracy, is witnessing a resurgence in criminal activity as global shipping reroutes eastward to avoid escalating Red Sea...
Egyptian authorities launched an extensive search operation Monday after a tourist boat sank off the country’s Red Sea coast, leaving 16 people missing. The incident occurred...
Recent allegations from a United Nations report suggesting Yemen’s Houthi rebels collect an estimated $180 million monthly from shipping companies for safe passage through the Red...
Somali pirates have reemerged after a five-month hiatus, renewing concerns about the security of global shipping routes. The European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR), operating under Operation...
Israel is reportedly considering establishing a military base in Somaliland, a strategically significant territory in east Africa, to bolster its security interests in the region and...
The United States launched airstrikes on Houthi weapons storage sites in Yemen on Wednesday, in a move aimed at countering the Iran-backed militant group’s yearlong campaign...
Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for two separate attacks on vessels in the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean, marking a new phase of maritime conflict...
Pentagon Launches Retaliatory Attacks After Houthi Assaults on Shipping Lanes In a sharp escalation, US warships and planes launched coordinated strikes against the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels...
Israel conducted airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen on Sunday, following missile attacks launched by the Iran-aligned group against Israeli territory in recent days. The strikes...
Israel has launched a series of strikes on the Yemeni city of Hodeidah, targeting key oil reserves and infrastructure in what is being described as retaliation...
Imagine being trapped in a web so twisted that you can’t even see the danger closing in. That’s precisely what’s happening across the Middle East, where...
Somali Government Urged to Act as Dangerous Militant Collaboration Emerges Across the Gulf of Aden The threat is real, and it’s growing. Somaliland’s Minister of Internal...
Cairo’s diplomatic moves in the Horn of Africa intensify as Egypt seeks military cooperation with Eritrea to pressure Ethiopia over the Grand Renaissance Dam. Egypt is...
As Yemen’s missiles strike Israel and rhetoric intensifies, the Houthis signal more aggression while Israel remains largely indifferent. Yemeni rebel leader Abdul-Malik Badruldeen al-Houthi is poised...
While Somaliland thrives independently, Somalia remains enmeshed in turmoil due to corruption, terrorism, and clan rivalries. The contrasting trajectories of these two regions expose the underlying...
Somaliland’s closure of the Egyptian library and the successful MOU with Ethiopia signal a pivotal moment for regional politics. Somaliland has made headlines with its bold...
Yemen’s Houthis challenge the U.S. dominance in the Red Sea, revealing deep fractures in international stability In a year marked by extraordinary upheavals, the most startling...
How Egypt’s Expansionist Tactics and Al-Shabaab’s Terrorism Threaten Regional Stability—And Why Ethiopia and Somaliland Stand as Crucial Defenders The recent escalation of Egypt’s military presence in...
Tim Lenderking Sounds Alarm Over Oil Tanker Crisis, Blames Houthi Attacks and Iranian Support for Escalating Tensions US Special Envoy Tim Lenderking has issued a stark...
The Red Sea region is increasingly becoming a geopolitical hotspot, as recent developments in Somalia, Ethiopia, and Somaliland illustrate a complex interplay of national interests and...
“The Red Sea Crises: Environmental Oil Split and Economic Fallout from the Houthi Attack on the Oil Tanker MV Soundiodine” The Red Sea, a crucial maritime...
As Ethiopia, Somaliland, and their adversaries inch toward war, the Red Sea unfolds its own environmental disaster, echoing the region’s escalating chaos. In the tumultuous landscape...
Greek Tanker Sounion on Fire and Spilling Oil Following Yemen Rebel Assault In a dramatic escalation of maritime tensions, the Pentagon has raised the alarm over...
Missile Attack on Container Ship and Drone Downing Signal Heightened Risks in Volatile Region Yemen’s Houthi rebels launched a missile attack on a Liberian-flagged container ship...
Rising Tensions as Turkey Expands Influence in the Horn of Africa Somaliland has issued a stern warning to Somalia against the deployment of Turkish naval forces...
Reclaiming Maritime Sovereignty through International Law and Strategic Alliances Ethiopia, the world’s most populous landlocked nation, is asserting its historical and legal right to access the...
Houthi Militants Fire on Maersk Sentosa Amid Rising Maritime Tensions Yemen-based Houthi militants fired on the U.S.-flagged container ship Maersk Sentosa while it was navigating the...
Bahrain’s Potential Rapprochement with Iran Reflects Broader Geopolitical Shifts and Challenges U.S. Hegemony The recent announcement that Bahrain and Iran will commence talks to reestablish diplomatic...
Increased Houthi Militancy Spurs New Wave of Pirate Activity off Somalia’s Coast The resurgence of piracy off Somalia’s coast has been linked to the recent increase...
How Moscow’s Support for Yemen’s Rebels and Attacks on Submarine Cables Could Destabilize the Red Sea and Somaliland In a provocative and highly controversial move, Russia’s...
Houthi Drone Attack Damages Red Sea Vessel, Highlights Ongoing Maritime Threats An aerial drone, suspected to have been launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, struck and damaged...
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