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…
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Two Somali MPs Briefly Detained in Nairobi by Unidentified Individuals
Hassan Abdinour Ahmed Abdi Koshin Nairobi, (IDNE, News Desk) — Two members of the Somalia…
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Preliminary Agreement Reached with UAE Firm for Gara’ad Port Management
Gara’ad, (IDNE, Editorial) In a significant development, a preliminary understanding has been established with the…
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Mogadishu Leader Appoints New Commanders to Somali National Army, Sparking Debate
Mogadishu (IDNE) — In a significant move, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has issued a decree appointing…
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80 countries at Swiss conference agree territorial integrity of Ukraine must be basis of any peace
Eighty countries jointly called Sunday for the “territorial integrity” of Ukraine to be the basis for any…
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Targeting the Shadows: The Elusive Hunt for ISIS Leadership
On May 31, in the remote landscapes of Somalia, U.S. forces launched a targeted airstrike aimed at the very heart of ISIS leadership. The target: Abdulkadir Mu’min, a name that has surged to the forefront of counterterrorism efforts.
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The Fallacy of Promised Unity: Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s Second Term and the Fragmentation of Somalia”.
In 2022, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was re-elected as President of Federal republic of Somalia, marking…
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A Flawed Analysis: Reevaluating the Houthis-Al-Shabaab Weapons Allegations
Recent reports from CNN have raised alarms about potential cooperation between the Houthis in Yemen…
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The Human Cost of Leadership Failure in Mogadishu
Mogadishu, a city scarred by decades of conflict, now faces a macabre dilemma: the living…
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The Politicization of Aid in Somalia – A Call for Fairness and Transparency by President of Puntland
Garowe, (IDNE, Editorial) by 𝕯𝖗. 𝐗𝐈𝐃𝐃𝐈𝐆 In a recent letter addressed to the international community, H.E….
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Pakistan, Somalia, Panama, Denmark and Greece elected to UN Security Council
The UN General Assembly on Thursday elected Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama and Somalia to serve…
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Secretary Blinken’s Call with Somali President Hassan Sheikh
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke…
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ISIS Expands Influence in Southern Somalia Amid Deteriorating Security
Mogadishu, (IDNE, News Desk) — The security situation in southern Somalia has deteriorated significantly, as…
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U.S. Forces conduct strike targeting ISIS
In coordination with the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command conducted an airstrike in…
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Navigating Diplomatic Challenges: Language Barriers with Somali Ministries
By Anette Günther, Deputy Head of Mission and Embassy Departments, German Embassy in Kenya Published:…
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The Deepening Rift Between Somalia’s Federal Government and Puntland
Puntland ministry of information (statement) “No Truth” in the FGS Statement Garowe, Puntland (IDNE, Editorial)…
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Federal Government of Somalia’s Dubious Claim: Analyzing the Alleged Operation Against Al-Shabab in Puntland
Mogadishu, Somalia — Federal Government of Somalia has recently issued a statement through its Ministry…
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Puntland Examination Week Sees Over 22,000 Students Sit for National Exams
Puntland students sitting for the certification exam credit (Wasaaradda Waxbarashada Dawladda Puntland) facebook Garowe, Puntland…
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Defense Cooperation Agreement with Kenya among number of bills approved by the Somali cabinet.
Somalia’s cabinet on Thursday approved number of bills during their regular weekly meeting in Mogadishu….
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My humble view on Puntland’s strategic decision to suspend all ties with the Federal Government
My humble view on Puntland’s strategic decision to suspend all ties with the Federal Government,…
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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi Dies in Helicopter Crash Alongside Top Officials
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WHO COULD REPLACE THE IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTER?
Following the death of Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in the helicopter crash, Ali Bagheri Kani…
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INTERNATIONAL REACTIONS TO THE HELICOPTER CRASH OF OUR COUNTRY’S PRESIDENT
“Charles Michel”, President of the Council of Europe:The European Union closely monitors the situation of…
