Defense officials discuss strategies for strengthened security ties, navigating complexities from Somalia’s influence and regional diplomacy. Somaliland and Ethiopia convened in Hargeisa to deliberate on expanding...
The complexities of a post-Assad Syria and its implications for regional stability and Israeli security. The potential coexistence of Israel and a post-Assad Syria presents a...
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...
Erdogan’s emphasis on Muslim solidarity and anti-colonial rhetoric positions Turkey as a middle power and trusted development partner in Africa amid global rivalries. Turkey’s growing footprint...
With Assad’s fall in Syria, Russia sets sights on Libya as its next strategic base to sustain influence in the Mediterranean and Africa. Russia’s Strategic Shift...
Cairo’s Expanded Role in the African Union Force Signals Broader Ambitions in the Horn of Africa Egypt is significantly expanding its military presence in Somalia as...
Turkish firm Favori’s unchecked operations in Somalia expose systemic issues tied to President Erdogan’s influence. The management of Somalia’s Mogadishu Aden Abdulle International Airport by Turkish...
Disagreements over troop allocations prompt Burundi to end its 17-year involvement in Somalia’s security operations. Burundi, a cornerstone of African Union peacekeeping efforts in Somalia for...
Riyadh seeks advanced fifth-generation stealth aircraft from Türkiye, highlighting regional defense shifts and strengthening bilateral ties. Saudi Arabia has entered advanced negotiations with Türkiye to acquire...
With Assad overthrown, Syria’s fractured rebel coalition, led by HTS, struggles to navigate the complexities of peacebuilding and power-sharing. The overthrow of Bashar al-Assad marks a...
The recent deadly clash between Somali and Ethiopian forces in Doolow, Jubaland, raises significant questions about external influences and the fragile balance of power in the...
Turkey’s dissemination of claims that Russia is supporting Sudanese rebels reveals the intricate web of geopolitics playing out in Africa. While the accusations lack substantiation, they...
French President Emmanuel Macron’s support for Ethiopia’s pursuit of sea access marks a significant diplomatic shift in the Horn of Africa, with implications for regional stability,...
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...
The reported buildup of Turkish military forces near Kobani, a Kurdish-majority city along the Syria-Turkey border, marks a dangerous turning point in the already volatile Syrian...
Ahmed al-Sharaa’s ascent signals a generational shift, but will it drive transformation or perpetuate conflict? Ahmed al-Sharaa, better known as Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, has emerged as...
Can Turkey’s diplomatic efforts hold against regional complexities and shifting alliances in the Horn of Africa? The Turkish-brokered Ethiopian-Somalian joint declaration has generated cautious optimism, but...
The fall of Damascus has brought a seismic shift to the Middle East, dismantling Iran’s carefully cultivated axis of influence while introducing a new and potentially...
The apparent disbandment and retreat of the Fatemiyoun Brigade (Afghan Shiite fighters) and Zainebiyoun Brigade (Pakistani Shiite fighters) mark a significant blow to Iran’s regional proxy...
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken seeks regional consensus on Syria’s transition after Assad’s downfall. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has embarked on a pivotal...
Examining the geopolitical motives behind Iran, Turkey, and Qatar’s rhetoric against Israeli actions in Syria Iran and Turkey’s vocal denunciation of Israel’s actions in Syria is...
Escalating Tensions in Syria Test U.S. Strategies Amid IS Resurgence. As Syria attempts to rebuild after years of civil war, the United States finds itself walking...
Washington reinforces its military presence and strikes against ISIS while navigating tensions with Turkey. The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria has shifted geopolitical dynamics,...
Ankara distances itself from Syrian turmoil while reiterating its commitment to territorial integrity and counterterrorism efforts. In response to the rapidly changing dynamics in Syria, the...
Assad’s weakening grip reignites Syria’s civil war, forcing Israel into a complex geopolitical gamble. The Syrian civil war, rekindled with a surprising rebel offensive on Aleppo,...
Critical Alert for the Government of Somaliland and Coast Guard Somaliland is facing a serious maritime threat as four Turkish vessels, including the research ship Oruc...
Amid energy ambitions, Türkiye’s flagship vessel heads to Somali waters, seeking oil and gas reserves in uncharted territories. Türkiye is taking bold steps into Somalia’s untapped...
Next month, Turkey is sending not just any ship, but its Oruc Reis research vessel into uncharted territory—Somali seas—to hunt for something that could change everything:...
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...
The deal, signed in Ankara, establishes cooperation between Somalia’s Financial Reporting Center and Turkey’s Financial Intelligence Unit (MASAK), enhancing the exchange of financial intelligence to counter...
As Turkey seeks BRICS membership, it challenges Western-dominated global governance while navigating a complex geopolitical landscape. Turkey is making waves with a strategic pivot that could...
Amidst Regional Tensions, Turkey Eyes Somalia for Space Launchpad—A Move That Could Redefine Geopolitical Dynamics Turkey’s plan to establish a rocket launch site in Somalia could...
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...
Amid a perilous political standoff, Turkey’s top spy navigates the chaos in Libya, where oil exports have ground to a halt and stability hangs by a...
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...
In a significant escalation of maritime tensions, Somalia has announced new directives targeting vessels using Somaliland’s waters. This move appears to be part of a broader...
Turkey’s Shadow Diplomacy and Somalia’s Deflection Tactics Undermine Somaliland’s Legitimate Deal with Ethiopia Somaliland’s landmark deal with Ethiopia is under fierce and unfounded attack by Turkey...
As Israel’s Targeted Killings Escalate, Hezbollah Faces a Risky Decision That Could Shape Lebanon’s Future Hezbollah is trapped in a deadly conundrum, a “damned if you...
Ankara Seeks to Intervene in South Africa’s Lawsuit, Accusing Israel of Genocide in Gaza Turkey has formally requested to join the genocide case against Israel filed...
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...
Uncover Turkey’s five main areas of interest in Africa, from defense agreements and energy exploration to construction projects and cultural diplomacy, under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s...
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