In the complex geopolitical landscape of the Horn of Africa, Turkey’s involvement has emerged as a double-edged sword, particularly in relation to Somaliland. As we delve...
The UK’s appointment of Charles Nicholas King as its new ambassador to Somalia signals a strategic move in its diplomatic approach to the Horn of Africa....
Pirates hijack ships while Mogadishu’s elites hijack the ransom money. Somalia’s corruption runs deeper than the ocean. Somalia’s waters are on fire again. Hijacked boats, hostage...
Ahmed Madobe accuses Somalia’s federal government of hoarding resources, fueling tensions between Jubaland and Mogadishu. Somalia’s federal fractures have widened yet again as Jubaland’s President Ahmed...
Somaliland’s journey to statehood is a story of resilience, self-determination, and a legacy obscured by historical complexities. While the world recognizes July 1st, 1960, as Somalia’s...
As Russia eyes naval bases in the Gulf of Aden-Red Sea region, Djibouti and Somaliland emerge as critical battlegrounds in the great power struggle. Russia’s geopolitical...
New Port Deal Aims to Transform Barawa Into a Key Trade Hub While Raising Concerns Over Governance and Federal Oversight The $500 million deal between the...
U.S. airstrikes in Puntland killed 16 ISIS militants, including top bomb-makers. The operation, backed by UAE forces, targeted key hideouts in Somalia’s Cal Miskaad mountains. The...
Somaliland singer Haboon Nuura receives a hero’s welcome in Hargeisa after Mogadishu cancels her concert. The controversy highlights deep political and cultural divisions. Haboon Nuura’s triumphant...
High-ranking Al-Shabaab commander surrenders to Somali forces as defections rise under military pressure. Somalia’s relentless offensive against Al-Shabaab has pushed yet another senior commander to abandon...
Telegram takes down ISIS’s Iclaam news website, a major propaganda outlet covering the war in Puntland. Meanwhile, ISIS shifts its messaging to Facebook. Telegram has taken...
Kenya hikes khat prices to Somalia, doubling the cost overnight. The move tightens economic pressure and deepens trade tensions between the two nations. Kenya has abruptly...
New intelligence points to Somalia-based Abdul Qadir Mumin as ISIS’s global leader, marking a major shift in the terror group’s strategy. The hunt for ISIS’s global...
Jubbaland security forces raid Al-Shabaab stronghold, killing four militants and capturing a high-ranking judge in a strategic counterterrorism operation. Jubbaland security forces have scored a major...
EUNAVFOR Atalanta successfully recovers Yemeni vessel Al Najma after Somali pirates hijack the boat off the coast of Eyl. The European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) Atalanta...
Somalia’s corruption index drops again, reinforcing concerns over governance, security, and economic stability. Somalia has once again been ranked among the world’s most corrupt countries, according...
Puntland troops push within 15km of ISIS’s last base in Somalia, vowing total eradication of the group. Puntland forces are tightening the noose around the last...
Puntland requests technical and logistical support to sustain military campaign against ISIS in the Al-Miskaat Mountains. Puntland’s war against ISIS is intensifying, and its leadership is...
US Senator rejects UN funding for Somalia’s AU mission, urges EU to work with Trump for a sustainable solution. US Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Jim...
Somalia’s Puntland forces intensify campaign, eliminating foreign ISIS fighters in targeted airstrikes. A new wave of airstrikes in Somalia’s Puntland has wiped out over 30 Daesh...
The Somali Studies International Association holds its 15th Congress in Mogadishu, marking a turning point for Somali academia and national identity. After three decades of exile,...
Presidents Ilham Aliyev and Hassan Sheikh Mohamud announce historic agreements on trade, defense, and diplomacy during the first-ever Somali presidential visit to Azerbaijan. Somali President Hassan...
Tensions escalate in Luuq as deadly clan fighting continues for a second day, leaving civilians caught in the crossfire. Luuq District in Gedo is once again...
Heavy clashes erupt as Puntland forces push deep into ISIS-held territory, reclaiming key positions in Quraca. A fierce battle is raging in Togga Jaceel as Puntland...
Al-Shabab fighters fleeing a deadly battle in Hiran have regrouped near Mahaday district. Somali forces launch urgent operations to prevent further militant buildup. Al-Shabaab is on...
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa defends Kenyan Somalis, urging respect as President Ruto scraps extra vetting for IDs. What does this mean for national security? Kenya’s political...
Somali police seize Mothers’ House, detain women’s association leaders as PM Barre faces allegations of selling the historic building to private interests. Mogadishu witnessed a dramatic...
As President Ruto courts Somali votes ahead of 2027, fears rise over national security, Al-Shabaab threats, and the Kenyan passport’s credibility. Kenya’s President William Ruto is...
Somalia’s government launches a sweeping crackdown on businesses and individuals financing Al-Shabab, vowing legal action against those funding terror operations. Somalia’s government Saturday sent stern warnings...
Puntland’s deputy minister of information, told The Telegraph the state would be happy to host Gazan refugees, as long as they came voluntarily. Israel is considering...
Trump escalates US airstrikes in Somalia, vowing to crush ISIS-Somalia in Puntland’s mountains. With IS now a global threat, will relentless strikes follow? Donald Trump has...
UK MP Gavin Williamson accuses Somalia of aiding Al-Shabaab and Houthis, urges Trump to recognize Somaliland. The geopolitical storm surrounding Somalia just escalated as UK MP...
Deadly Roadside Blasts Target Puntland Troops in Fierce Anti-ISIS Offensive The fight against ISIS in Puntland just took a deadly turn. A devastating roadside bombing in...
Tensions explode as Jubaland locks down borderlands, preparing for a decisive showdown with Mogadishu-backed forces and Al-Shabaab insurgents. Jubaland isn’t just securing its borders—it’s preparing for...
Somaliland has tightened its grip on Erigavo, deploying new security measures to prevent further escalation following recent clashes that have displaced 45,000 people. The government’s crackdown...
Security forces in Puntland have captured Abdirahman Shirwac Aw-Saciid, the leader of the group’s assassination squad and a key operative in its extortion network. The arrest...
In a sharp rebuke to U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), Somaliland’s Ministry of Defence has dismissed reports suggesting that recent airstrikes targeting ISIS militants struck the Golis...
President Donald Trump announced precision airstrikes on ISIS strongholds in Somalia, claiming to have eliminated high-value targets hiding in the Galgala Mountains in Puntland. The Saturday...
Somaliland has taken a bold and defiant stance against what it sees as an economic power grab by Mogadishu, shutting down a key livestock inspection facility...
Minnesota, long a sanctuary for refugees fleeing war and persecution, now finds itself at the epicenter of an unfolding humanitarian crisis. Thousands of refugees, including those...
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s interview with Lally Weymouth of The Washington Post was meant to bolster his country’s case for continued U.S. financial and military...
Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed is stepping back into the political battlefield. In a high-stakes meeting with UN envoy James Swan, the former Somali president and opposition...
Russia pledges emergency aid to Somalia, reviving Cold War-era ties and positioning itself as a key player in disaster relief efforts. Russia has pledged urgent humanitarian...
Smuggling Network Exploits Vulnerable Migrants in Risky Route to UK A human smuggling operation went horribly wrong as nine migrants, including individuals from Somalia and Eritrea,...
USAID’s decision to suspend $125.5 million in aid to Somalia has sparked concerns about the impact on the country’s development and stability. The move, part of...
Meri Rantanen’s trip focuses on deportation agreements, drawing praise from her party but criticism over politicized aid and migrant rights. Finnish Interior Minister Meri Rantanen’s recent...
Authorities intensify measures against undocumented individuals to curb links to ISIS and bolster regional security. Puntland authorities have intensified efforts to curb security risks by launching...
Why Somaliland’s rhetoric about tackling China may hinder long-term goals and how a balanced strategy is crucial for the nation’s future. Somaliland’s aspirations for international recognition,...
Somaliland Minister calls for U.S. recognition, citing mutual interests and strategic value in countering China’s influence in the Horn of Africa. Somaliland’s Minister of Information, Ahmed...
The Kenyan government announced the waiver of entry visas for all African countries, notably excluding Somalia and Libya. This decision serves as a significant message to...
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