Ethiopia Warns Against Egyptian Arms Shipment to Somalia, Cites Regional Security Concerns
ADDIS ABABA (Idilnews) — Ethiopia has issued a stern warning following the delivery of military…
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Somaliland’s Election Dilemma: Musa Bihi’s War Politics and the Regional Stakes
At least 9 killed, fighting erupts between SSC-Khatumo forces and Somaliland soldiers in and around…
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Egyptian Military Arrives in Somalia as Tensions Rise with Ethiopia
MOGADISHU (Idilnews) — Two Egyptian C-130 military aircraft landed in Mogadishu on Tuesday, marking a…
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Puntland Police Seize Modified Loudspeakers Containing Suicide Drones
Galkayo, PUNTLAND — The Puntland Police Force has intercepted a bus in Galkayo carrying five…
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Large Fire at Elasha Biyaha Market Linked to Suspected Al-Shabaab Attack
Mogadishu, (IDNE, News desk) — A large fire broke out at a market in Elasha…
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PuntlandFirst Statement On International Intervention to Prevent Politicization of Aid by the Federal Government in Puntland
GAROOWE/TORONTO, August 23, 2024 — The statement from Puntland First is an urgent appeal to…
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Upholding Justice in Puntland: Defending Due Process Against Misleading by UNICEF
In response to recent allegations and criticism leveled by UNICEF regarding the execution of four…
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Six Dead in Mogadishu Suicide Bombing; NISA Officer Killed While Preventing Larger Attack
On Wednesday, At least six soldiers were killed after a suicide car bomb targeted a…
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Serial Killer Accused of Murdering 42 Women Escapes Police Custody in Nairobi
Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, who is accused of killing 42 women, including his wife, escaped from…
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President Deni Meets with Western Ambassadors Amid Rising Tensions with Mogadishu
Nairobi, Kenya — In a flurry of diplomatic activity President of the Puntland Said Abdullahi…
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Businesses in Mogadishu’s Main Market Bakaaro Shut Down for Second Day Amid VAT Implementation
Mogadishu, Somalia — For the second consecutive day a businesses in Mogadishu’s bustling Bakaaro Market…
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The Core Problem: Leadership, Accountability, and the MoU Dilemma:
By Shamso Shegow-@SpotonSomalia The recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) by Muse Bihi’s…
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Mogadishu:Al-Shabaab IED Attack Kills 20 at Dayniile Café, Dozens Injured Initial reports
An improvised explosive device (IED) explosion perpetrated by Al-Shabaab miltants explosion killed 20 people today…
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Puntland Executes 10 Al-Shabaab Militants in Galkayo Following Court Verdict
Galkayo, Puntland — The Puntland government has executed 10 members of Al-Shabaab who were found…
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Diplomatic Efforts will Continue to Secure Sea Access: Ambassador Nebiyu Tedla
Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Ambassador Nebiyu Tedla stated that Ethiopia will…
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The Nile Basin and Access to the Sea: “The Grand Strategy on the Two Waters of Ethiopia:”
Please read and don’t mind the length.
I share with you the following cursory [draft] review of what the Prosperity Party considers…
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Protests and Riots in Mogadishu as Bajaj Drivers Condemn Extortion and Rising Insecurity
On Tuesday, Bajaj (rickshaw) drivers in Mogadishu staged a significant protest to express their dismay over…
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Ilhan Omar, ‘Squad’ Member and Vocal Critic of Israel’s Invasion of Gaza, Wins Her Primary.
Democratic U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar, a prominent member of the progressive “Squad” and a vocal…
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DDoS Attack Disrupts Musk-Trump interview on X: What is it?
Elon Musk, the owner of X formerly (Twitter), has reported a significant distributed denial of…
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Former Al Shabab Members in the Somali Government under Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Administration
In a stunning decision, barely one week after the Al Shabaab attack on Liido Beach,…
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Risks of Implementing a One-Person, One-Vote System in Somalia
Security Concerns Al-Shabaab’s control over large parts of Somalia presents a significant threat to the…
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HSM: A Shift Toward Centralized Dictatorship in the Style of Guelleh and Museveni
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Federal Government of Somalia based in Mogadishu has passed…
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Trapped in Foreign Dependency: How AMISOM, ATMIS & AUSSOM Affect Somalia’s Security and Sovereignty.
After nearly two decades of foreign military presence, Somalia remains locked in a cycle of…
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Hassan Sheikh Mohamud: The Leader of Mogadishu’s Factions
Hassan Sheikh Mohamud the factional leader of Mogadishu is embarrassed by notable contradictions in his…
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Security Failures Exposed: The Lido Beach Attack and the Government’s Tepid Response
On Friday 02 August, 2024, the tranquil Lido Beach, once a rare haven of respite…
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Mogadishu:Lido Beach Attack Claims Over 30 Lives And Injures More Than 150
Mogadishu (IDNE) — In a tragic escalation of violence, a coordinated attack involving a suicide…
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Mogadishu Rocked by Deadly Suicide Bombing at Popular Beachside Restaurant
Mogadishu, (IDNE, News Desk) — A devastating suicide bombing at a popular beachfront restaurant on Mogadishu’s…
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Puntland Estbalishment: The Vanguard of Somalia’s State-Building Process
Puntland, an autonomous state, was officially established following a constitutional conference in Garowe. This conference…
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Top Students Excel in Puntland’s 8th Grade Examinations 2024
Garowe, (IDNE, News Desk) — The Puntland Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) has…
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Galmudug, Southwest & Puntland States’ Absence at the “One Somalia” Conference Highlights Deepening Divisions.
By.Sadia Elmi. The recent National Somali Religious Scholars Conference held in Mogadishu, themed “One Somalia”…
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Investment Opportunity: Buy Port Gara’ad’s Shares at a Discount
Garacad, Puntland — The stock market for Port Gara’ad has reopened today and will remain…
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MP Abdirahman Abdishakur’s Dismissal Of Banaadir Taxpayer’s Rights Is A Wake-Up Call For Representation & Accountability.
By Sadia Elmi.. In a recent forum, MP @AAbdishakur’s statement that “the people of Banaadir…
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Mis-allocation of Resources: A General Appointed as Minister of Women Instead of Fighting Terrorism ( Al-Shabab )
The Somali government has come under intense scrutiny following the appointment of General #Goobbe as…
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𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐦𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲.
The owners of the Port of Garacad have unanimously agreed to transfer its management to…
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Embracing Economic Self-Interest: Puntland’s Path to Prosperity.
In the quest for economic prosperity, Puntland stands at a critical juncture, poised to chart…
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Analysis of Puntland’s Electoral Process: A Call for Genuine Democratization
The recent statement by Abdi Farah Juha, the Minister of Interior of Puntland, was seen…
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Somali Police Arrest Former BBC Somali Journalist Ali Nur Salad Amid Media Crackdown
Mogadishu, (IDNE, News Desk) — In a significant escalation of tensions between the Somali government…
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The Manipulative Tactics of President Deni: A Threat to Democracy in Puntland
President Deni of Puntland is once again employing a deceitful strategy in the latest elections…
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Investigation Launched into Civilian Killed in Buulo Mareer by ATMIS Forces
Buulo Mareer, (IDNE) — The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has initiated an…
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Puntland: A Vision for Democracy and Prosperity
Puntland, a state rich in Somali heritage, is poised at the brink of a promising…
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Treasury Maintains Pressure on Houthi Illicit Shipping and Finance Schemes
WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)…
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Puntland Calls for Reinstatement of Arms Ban in Somalia Amid Escalating Clan Conflicts
Garowe, (IDNE, Edirorial) — The semi-autonomous state of Puntland in northeastern Somalia has called on…
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Exposing the Abudwak Arms Network: A Tale of Corruption and Violence
In a world where transparency and governance should be paramount, Somalia’s murky arms trade reveals…
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Widespread Sexual Exploitation, Rape and Abuse by ATMIS in Somalia Constitute War Crimes and Crimes Against Humanity, Reports Reveal
MOGADISHU, Somalia — International human rights organizations have documented pervasive incidents of sexual exploitation, rape…
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Abudwak:Clash in Galmudug Over Weapons Transport Leaves Casualties
Abudwak, (IDNE, News Desk) – A violent clash erupted in the Shilamadow area near Abudwaq…
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A man who killed nearly 50 women was arrested by the Kenyan Police
“.DCI boss Amin Mohamed: The suspect was arrested at Soweto in Kayole this morning at…
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IN PUNTLAND, TOP UN OFFICIAL COMMENDS PROGRESS ON LOCAL MATTERS AND URGES COOPERATION ON NATIONAL CHALLENGES
The top United Nations official for Somalia today visited its Federal Member State (FMS) of…
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Donald Trump rally shooting live: FBI agents swarm killed suspect’s home
US authorities say investigators have not yet identified a motive in assassination attempt on former…
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Said Deni Welcomes Newly Appointed UN Special Representative for Somalia James Swan in Garowe
Garowe, Puntland — the President of Puntland, Said Abdullahi Deni, along with Vice President Ilyas…
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Mogadishu Central Prison Breakout; Several Militant Inmates Shot Dead
Mogadishu, (IDNE, News Desk) — An attempted jailbreak at Mogadishu Central Prison has been thwarted,…
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Turkish Intervention in Somali-Ethiopian Diplomatic Dispute, Source Reveals
Mogadishu, Somalia – Idil News has obtained information from an anonymous source regarding a sensitive…
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HSM suffered a diplomatic setback from Abiy during talks in Ankara mediated by Turkey
Mogadishu, (IDNE, Editorial) – Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has declared the country’s readiness to engage in…
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As ATMIS Withdrawal Looms, Somalia Faces Potential Crisis: Lessons from Puntland’s Past Victory Over Militants
MOGADISHU, (IDNE, Editorial) — With the planned withdrawal of the African Union Transition Mission in…
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Mohamed Osman Jawari, Former Speaker of Somalia’s Parliament, Dies at 79
MOGADISHU, (IDNE, News) — Mohamed Osman Jawari, a prominent Somali political figure and former Speaker…
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Somalia’s President Welcomes Ethiopia’s Access to Sea, Seeking His Share
Mogadishu, (IDNE, Editorial) — Ethiopia is welcome to have access to Somalia’s sea, says President…
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Heavy Rains Cause Deaths, Destruction, and Displacement in Mogadishu
Severe Weather Halts City Life, Closes Roads, and Disrupts Flights Mogadishu, (IDNE, News Desk) —…
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Ethiopian Troops Enter Somali Regions, Prompt Rapid Withdrawal
Mogadishu, (IDNE, News Desk) heavily armed Ethiopian troops not affiliated with the African Union Transition…
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Child Protection Funds Diverted by Prime Minister’s Office
Mogadishu, (IDNE, News Desk) — The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) is facing serious…
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HSM Pressures Fawzia Yusuf Adam to Withdraw AU Chairperson Bid; She Defies the Pressure
Mogadishu, (IDNE, News Desk) — Fawzia Yusuf Adam, a prominent Somali Member of Parliament and…
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Somalia asks peacekeepers to slow withdrawal, fears Islamist resurgence
MOGADISHU, June 20 (Reuters) – Somalia’s government is seeking to slow the withdrawal of African…
