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Joint press conference by UN envoy for Somalia Catriona Laing and Puntland state president Said Abdullahi Deni
Garowe: March/31/2024 The Puntland government is engaging with the international community. Today, Mr. Said Abdullahi…
Somalia’s Puntland withdraws recognition of federal govt, rejects presidency of Hassan Sheikh
Somalia’s Puntland State announced its withdrawal of recognition and trust in the federal government of…
Is Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud Destined to be Remembered as Somalia’s Worst President?
Hassan Sheikh’s presidency in Somalia stands as a testament to failed leadership, with comparisons to…
Hassan Sheikh’s Constitutional Overreach: Threatning Somalia’s fragile progress
Hassan Sheikh’s relentless pursuit of power through his proposed constitution is a blatant disregard for…
Emirates denies report of near-miss air collision with an Ethiopian Airlines flight
Dubai: Emirates denied social media reports of a near-miss air collision event with an Ethiopian…
Ethiopian airlines, Emirates flights allegedly avoided midair collision over Somalia
The Somaliland Civil Aviation and Airport Authority has reported that an Ethiopian Airlines plane and…
Puntland has announced its boycott of President Hassan Sheikh’s proposed unilateral changes to the Constitution
Somalia’s Puntland State has warned against amending the current constitution. In a statement, Puntland claims…
Somalia: a nation in a state of politcal gridlock
Two years ago, the residents of Mogadishu found themselves mobilized by the leadership of the…
Hamas, Palestinian Authority welcome UN Security Council’s call for a ceasefire
Hamas on Monday welcomed a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire…
Garowe Conference Unfolds: Puntland Engages with Former Presidents
On March 23, 2024, the Government of Puntland convened a crucial assembly at Puntland…
Over 70 lawmakers from both chambers of Somalia’s Federal Parliament withdrew and boycotted President HSM’s ….
Over 70 lawmakers from both chambers of Somalia’s Federal Parliament withdrew and boycotted President HSM’s…
Hijacked ship MV Ruen freed, 35 Somali pirates detained
The Indian navy has freed the hijacked ship MV Ruen and detained 35 Somali pirates,…
Ethiopia in 2024 due to the compounding effects of conflict, climate shocks, and insecurity across the country.
Sonali reported that since USAID resumed food assistance at the end of last year, the…
African Foreign Ministers convene in Addis_Abeba to discuss upcoming AUC chairperson election
African Foreign Ministers have gathered in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia, for the 22nd Extraordinary Session of…
Somalia secures 99% debt cancellation from Paris Club creditor nations
JOHANNESBURG, March 13 (Reuters) – Somalia secured the cancellation of 99% of the debt it…
Sudan’s Army claims Control of National Broadcast Building
Sudan’s army announced on Tuesday that it had gained control of the state broadcast headquarters…
FM Taye-Atske Selassie “Direct access to sea a matter of stability and national security”
Ethiopia’s newly appointed Foreign Minister, Taye-Atske Selassie, told state media that “direct access to the…
Treasury Designates Transnational al-Shabaab Money Laundering Network
WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)…
U.S. Horn envoy says #Ethiopian gov’t and Tigrayan authorities must deliver on their commitments of the Pretoria agreement
In his remarks at the ongoing first strategic review on the implementation of the Pretoria…
Reconciliation committee established to resolve border disputes between Somali,Afar regions.
A reconciliation committee has been formed to address the prolonged conflicts in the border areas…
The new cabinet members of the Puntland government, including ministers, deputy ministers, and state ministers appointed by President Siciid Cabdullahi Deni.
Cabinet Ministers: 1. Mohamed Cabdiwahaab Ahmed – Minister of Justice and Religious Affairs. 2. Ibrahim…
US and Coalition Defeat Houthi Attack in Red Sea Area
Between 4 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. (Sanaa time), Iranian-backed Houthi terrorists conducted a large-scale uncrewed…
IGAD raises concern over sinking ship’s environmental threat to Red_Sea
The Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has raised alarm over the “looming ecological disaster” posed…
Supporting Somalia’s Shift from Fragility to Resilience and Growth
Cheick-Oumar Sylla, IFC Regional Director for North Africa and the Horn of Africa. “Working with…
Saudi FM Participates in Ministerial Working Group Meeting about Somalia
Farhan underscored that this meeting is a collective commitment to Somalia’s stability, aiming to fortify…
Why Did Turkey Sign a Defense Agreement with Somalia?
Turkey has a multi-dimensional presence throughout the Horn of Africa and repeatedly emphasizes the paramount…
US Horn envoy to attend AU-hosted strategic review of Pretoria agrmt
Addis Abeba -U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA), Mike Hammer, is due…
President Hassan SMohamud participated in the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya Türkiye.
President Hassan SMohamud participated in the Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Türkiye. During a high-level…
President Hassan address at the 6th Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly
His Excellency President @HassanSMohamud, In an address at the 6th Session of the United Nations…
Egypt announces $35bn deal with UAE to buy premium Mediterranean area
Egypt has agreed to a $35bn deal with the United Arab Emirates to develop the…
Somalia authorities are investigating a midair close call between Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Airlines flights
Somalian aviation authorities are currently investigating a harrowing near collision involving an #Ethiopian_Airlines A350 and…
President Sisi, Eritrean counterpart stress need to respect Somalia sovereignty
President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and his Eritrean counterpart Isaias Afwerki discussed on Saturday the latest developments…
Ethiopia,UK agree to ‘enhance peace and stability’ in Kenya-Somalia-Ethiopia border
Ethiopia and the United Kingdom signed this morning a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance…
Ethiopian Airlines, Citi bank sign a $450 million loan agreement for five new aircraft
Ethiopian Airlines, #Africa’s leading carrier, has just announced a $450 million loan agreement to finance…
Somalia government approves defense deal with Türkiye
Under the agreement, which was first signed on 08 February, #Ankara will provide training and…
ANALYSIS OF THE AU COMMUNIQUE OF THE 37TH ORDINARY SESSION
MY ANALYSIS OF THE AU COMMUNIQUE OF THE 37TH ORDINARY SESSION: A WAKE UP CALL…
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Departs to Attend African Union Summit in Addis Ababa
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud travelled to Adis Ababa to join other African Heads of State…
The Somali Aviation Authority responded to the criticism of SL
No change in the management of airspace, and the federal government is in charge of…
EU “Seriously concerned” by killings of civilians in Merawi,extension of emergency rule in Amhara state
The European Union (EU) released a statement today expressing serious concern “by the alleged targeted…
The former presidents of Somalia accused Hassan
Press Statement We, the undersigned former Presidents of Somalia, have successfully undertaken separate telephone discussions…
Ministry of Defence Confirms Three members of UAE Armed Forces and an Officer from Bahrain were killed
“ABU DHABI, 10th February, 2024 (WAM) — The UAE Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced…
Somalia Defense Minister Signs a Defense-related Agreement with a Foreign Power.
For the third time in just over a year, Somalia Defense Minister @Amohamednur signs a…
Türkiye, Somalia sign agreement on defense, economic cooperation
Türkiye and Somalia’s defense ministers signed a defense and economic cooperation agreement Thursday to enhance…
Intelligence Chief Temesgen Tiruneh Appointed Deputy Prime Minister
Intelligence chief Temesgen Tiruneh appointed deputy prime minister addisstandard.com/breaking-intel… The House of People’s Representatives (HoPR)…
UN Security Council Redirects Ethiopia-Somalia Dispute to Regional Bodies
The UN Security Council has recommended that Ethiopia and Somalia seek resolution through regional bodies,…
UK considering recognising Palestine state, Lord Cameron says
UK Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron signals potential early recognition of Palestinian state during his fourth…
Have the sea pirates returned to Somalia?
Historical Context: The rise of piracy off the coast of Somalia can be traced back…
Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan sentenced to 10 years jail
Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was sentenced Tuesday to 10 years in prison, less…
Prime Minister Abiy must stop his idle talk and apologize to Somalia for violating its sovereignty and territorial integrity to spare the region unnecessary tension
Abiy’s administration should not repeat his predecessor’s miscalculation on Somalia. No amount of saber rattling…
Breaking: #Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs departs
Demeke Mekonnen, Ethiopia’s long-serving Deputy Prime Minister, who also doubles as Minister of Foreign Affairs…
BREAKING NOW | WAR ON THE HORIZON AND ON THE RED SEA
As war clouds hover over the Middle East and the Persian Gulf tonight, Iran, Yemen,…
China Asserts Somaliland as Part of Somalia and Supports Somali Federal Government
China Asserts Somaliland as Part of Somalia and Supports Somali Federal Government in Safeguarding Sovereignty…
UN helicopter captured in Somalia, Ecuador violence condemned, new Human Rights Council president
The helicopter was captured after it was forced to make an emergency landing in an…
UN Helicopter Emergency Landing Turns Hostile
UN Helicopter Emergency Landing Turns Hostile: Al_Shabaab Takes At Least Seven Passengers Captive in #Galgadud….
Statement of the IGAD Executive Secretary on the Recent Developments in Relations between the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) and the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS).
January 3, 2024 (Djibouti, Djibouti): The Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD),…
Somalia – President Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud calls leaders of Egypt,Qatar
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud, and Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi held a telephone call…
Ethiopia/Somalia: Statement by the Spokesperson on the territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia
02.01.2024 EEAS Press Team On 1 January, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi signed a Memorandum of Understanding on granting…
Somalia’s stars align as it secures $4.5bn debt relief from lenders
Somalia has secured a $4.5 billion debt write-off from global lenders, marking the culmination of…
Denmark’s Parliament Adopts a Law Making It Illegal to Burn the Quran or Other Religious Texts
A new law was passed in Denmark’s parliament on Thursday that makes it illegal to…