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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...
The H-1B visa program, vital for U.S. businesses seeking specialized foreign talent, faces an uncertain future as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to reintroduce restrictive immigration policies....
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 potential recognition of Somaliland by the United States represents a watershed moment for the Horn of Africa and global geopolitics. Somaliland’s stability and strategic location...
The U.S. decision to remove the $10 million bounty on Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, reflects a significant recalibration of Washington’s policy toward...
President-elect Donald Trump’s calls to end the Gaza conflict quickly have introduced a new dynamic to an already fraught situation in the Middle East. His rhetoric,...
The recent U.S. sanctions targeting Pakistan’s ballistic missile development program have added strain to an already volatile South Asian security landscape. Announced by the U.S. State...
Senator Rubio’s nomination as Secretary of State signals a toughened U.S. foreign policy on China, with a focus on human rights, trade, and national security. Senator...
Kyiv claims responsibility for the targeted killing of Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, accused of ordering widespread use of banned chemical weapons in Ukraine. The assassination of...
Despite urgent calls to reduce emissions, rising coal consumption in China, India, and Indonesia underscores the challenge of transitioning to cleaner energy. The International Energy Agency...
President Joe Biden’s reassurance about recent drone sightings along the East Coast reflects an effort to manage public concern amidst heightened scrutiny and speculation. By stating...
Russia’s latest rhetoric, emphasizing the need to prepare for a potential conflict with NATO while intensifying its war in Ukraine, signals a significant escalation in its...
The Pentagon has confirmed that North Korean forces are actively engaged in combat alongside Russian troops in Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in Pyongyang’s involvement in...
President-elect Donald Trump expressed concerns Monday about unexplained drone activity along the U.S. East Coast, suggesting that the military may be withholding information about the sightings....
In a significant development that could reshape U.S. foreign policy in the Horn of Africa, the United States Congress is preparing to submit a motion calling...
By: Mahad Ahmed Maritime Security Specialist mahaddayr@gmail.com Somaliland has adopted an inclusive approach to maritime security and economic cooperation, engaging major global powers such as the...
Rare earths, Treasury holdings, and the high-stakes game of economic retaliation. Donald Trump’s proposed steep tariffs on Chinese goods could ignite a devastating trade war with...
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...
As Biden Escalates with Long-Range Missiles, Trump Faces the Challenge of Ending the Conflict The Russia-Ukraine war may be entering a pivotal phase as Donald Trump...
Potential military action signals a stark departure from past U.S. policy on Iran. The Wall Street Journal’s report on the Trump administration’s consideration of preemptive strikes...
Somaliland Marks Democratic Milestone as New President Takes Office. Somaliland celebrated a historic moment today as Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro officially assumed office as the region’s...
Israel and Hamas inch closer to a Gaza hostage deal amid international mediation and mounting U.S. pressure. The recent meeting between Mossad Chief David Barnea and...
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...
Preparing for rising threats from the China-Iran-Russia-North Korea axis ahead of Trump’s return to the White House President Joe Biden has approved a classified national security...
Tensions between Russia and the West have reached a fever pitch following Ukraine’s unprecedented attack on the Kursk region, which Moscow described as the most significant...
Inside Trump’s Presidential Transition Team: Strategies and Leadership for 2025 As Donald Trump prepares to take office in January 2025, his transition team is working to...
Taiwan Monitors Intensified Chinese Military Activity Amid Rising Tensions Tensions in the Taiwan Strait have escalated as Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense reported the detection of...
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...
Moscow faces a dilemma as Trump’s potential Ukraine peace proposals threaten to unravel Putin’s long-term strategy. Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House has sparked...
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,...
Beijing adopts U.S.-style extraterritoriality and sanctions, escalating global economic warfare through its latest export control regulations. China’s implementation of its revamped Export Control regulations on December...
The White House is taking a measured approach to Syria’s unfolding chaos, aiming to curb a resurgence of the Islamic State (ISIS) and address potential humanitarian...
Donald Trump’s statement on X regarding the Syrian conflict reflects his characteristic “America First” stance, emphasizing non-interventionism. His post highlights the remarkable progress of opposition forces,...
US Africa Command faces strategic crossroads under Trump’s foreign policy priorities and rising global competition. The future of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) hangs in...
A recent report from a U.S. congressional intelligence subcommittee has reignited debate over the mysterious “Havana Syndrome,” suggesting that a foreign adversary, potentially Russia, may be...
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...
Hudda Ibrahim’s appointment as the first Somali American to the St. Cloud City Council marks a historic and transformative moment for the city. Ibrahim’s unanimous selection...
The deployment of US forces in Syria highlights a multifaceted mission that balances counterterrorism efforts against ISIS with navigating the broader regional tensions. Officially, the US...
The United States government has revealed that a large-scale hacking operation attributed to a Chinese state-linked group, known as Salt Typhoon, has compromised global telecommunications networks....
On Tuesday, Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi hosted U.S. Ambassador to Somalia Richard H. Riley and Major General Brian T. Cashman, Commander of the Combined Joint...
The Biden administration has implemented stricter export controls targeting China’s semiconductor industry, aiming to restrict access to advanced chip-making technologies and high-bandwidth computer memory crucial for...
Arms sales by the world’s 100 largest defense companies saw significant growth last year, driven by ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza and rising tensions in...
As the conflict between Israel and Iran simmers, Iraq finds itself at a crossroads. Its Shia leadership is striving to shield the country from becoming another...
President-elect Donald Trump’s second-term cabinet is drawing scrutiny for prioritizing loyalty over experience, with selections that critics describe as a “hodgepodge” of ideologies unified only by...
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed that NATO extend guaranteed protections to areas of Ukraine not currently occupied by Russia, suggesting this step could halt active...
The United States has voiced alarm over Iran’s decision to intensify its nuclear activities, according to a State Department spokesperson who spoke with VOA Persian. Washington...
President Joe Biden’s upcoming visit to Africa marks a pivotal moment in U.S.-Africa relations, highlighting a shift from aid-focused to investment-driven engagement. His stops in Angola...
Ramsey Khalid Ismael, a controversial American live-streamer better known by his alias “Johnny Somali,” faces potential prison time in South Korea following charges of causing a...
Three U.S. citizens, long imprisoned in China under accusations Washington deemed unjust, were en route home late Wednesday, a diplomatic milestone following years of persistent negotiations....