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The expanding scope of cooperation between Türkiye and Somalia has significantly strengthened bilateral relations, according to Somalia’s Foreign Minister Ali Mohamed Omar, who also praised Ankara’s active role in mediating regional challenges. Speaking to Daily Sabah, Minister Omar emphasized that the relationship between the two nations has evolved into a strategic partnership, particularly through collaboration…
Confirmed reports said that in a joint operation, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) collaborated with the Somali National Army of [SNA] conducted constructed and preplanned airstrike against vessels laden with advanced military equipment destined for al-Shabaab. The operation took place in southern Somali coastal area, targeting an unflagged vessel and a smaller support craft….
Reports have emerged that the United Arab Emirates has deployed an advanced radar system to northeastern Somalia, specifically to the Puntland Maritime Headquarters adjacent to the UAE-operated Bosaso Air Base. The system in question is the Israeli-made ELM-2084 3D Active Electronically Scanned Array Multi-Mission Radar, a sophisticated piece of technology designed for air and artillery…
Las Anod, Somalia – Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre arrived in Las Anod on Saturday in a landmark visit aimed at bolstering relations between the Federal Government of Somalia and the SSC-Khaatumo interim administration. The visit marks the first by a sitting Somali Prime Minister to the Sool regional capital in over five decades. Prime…
Middle Shabelle, Somalia – At least five civilians were killed and nearly ten others injured on Friday when a vehicle they were traveling in struck a landmine between the towns of Ceel Gub and Adale, local officials have confirmed. Saadaq Mukhtaar, a member of the Hirshabelle regional parliament, told Somali National Television that the al-Shabaab…
Mogadishu, Somalia – Somali police on Saturday arrested the Director General of Shabelle Media Network, Abuukar Sheikh Mohamud Abuukar, known as “Sky,” along with the network’s Deputy Director, Mohamud Abdinasir Soofeysane, amid escalating concerns about the shrinking space for press freedom in the country. The two media executives were reportedly summoned separately and subsequently detained…
Antalya, Turkey – President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of the Federal Republic of Somalia has arrived in Antalya to take part in the 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) 2025, a premier international gathering that brings together global leaders, diplomats, and policy experts. His participation underscores Somalia’s deepening commitment to proactive diplomacy, multilateral cooperation, and regional integration….
Mogadishu – President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has launched Somalia’s most comprehensive national consultation effort since 2022, bringing together federal and regional leaders, intellectuals, and civil society in a two-track dialogue set to begin on May 1st. The initiative follows recent military successes against the al-Shabaab militant group and aims to align political, security, and governance…
Somalia’s Federal Government cabinet of Ministers have held their routing meeting in Mogadishu, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre chaired the meeting, praised ongoing military operations aimed at clearing Al-Shabab militants from areas across the country. The ministers were briefed on recent security developments, particularly successes in military offensives in several regions. According to the report…
Thursday April 10, 2025By Charlie Savage and Eric Schmitt Some State Department officials have proposed closing the embassy in Mogadishu, the Somali capital, as a precaution after recent gains by Al Shabab militants. A United States special operations forces trainer speaking to Danab recruits in 2023. The United States has trained and equipping vetted units of Somalia’s special…