In a televised speech, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed warned against any country planning to invade Ethiopia, stating that such nations should “think 10 times” before acting. He assured that Ethiopia is fully prepared to defend itself from any threats. Although Abiy did not mention specific countries, his statement follows increasing tensions with Somalia and...
Ethiopian Army Chief , General Birhanu Jula, has publicly declared Egypt as Ethiopia’s historical enemy, citing longstanding tensions between the two nations. He emphasized Egypt’s involvement in weakening Ethiopia through various means, including efforts to limit Ethiopia’s influence and development. According to General Birhanu, Egypt has played a critical role in maintaining Ethiopia’s landlocked status...
Somali government forces, in collaboration with local militias and international partners, have initiated a strategic military operation targeting Al-Shabaab strongholds in the Lower Shabelle region, South West State. The operation is currently focused on areas between the city of Marka and Nambar 50, according to reliable sources familiar with the situation. As part of the...
Mogadishu, Somalia – Multiple reports have surfaced following a series of mortar shell attacks that struck various districts in the Banadir region last night, causing widespread panic among residents in the Somali capital. Witnesses reported hearing nearly 10 mortar shells, which landed in districts including Xamarweyne, Xamarjajab, Waabari, and Yaaqshiid. Some of the mortars reportedly...
Ethiopian military chief, Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, has criticized Somali leaders, accusing them of collaborating with Ethiopia’s adversaries. During the 47th anniversary of the Ethiopian eastern command forces in Jigjiga, he emphasized the readiness of the Ethiopian National Defence Forces (ENDF) to defend the nation’s sovereignty and counter any threats to its development. He warned...
Somalia’s President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, has declined a proposal to meet Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed during the China-Africa Cooperation Forum (FOCAC) held in Beijing, according to diplomatic sources. Efforts were made by the Presidents of Djibouti and Mauritania, along with former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, who is the African Union’s Special Envoy, to mediate...
The Somali Parliament has announced a new rule that bans press conferences and interviews both inside and outside the Parliament building, Villa Hargeisa. This decision will have a big impact on journalists who report on parliamentary activities, as they will no longer be able to conduct interviews or attend press conferences there. It also affects...
The Somali National Armed Forces, with support from international allies, recently conducted airstrikes targeting al-Shabaab hideouts in the Ruunnirgood and Ceeldheer districts, located in the Middle Shabelle and Galgaduud regions. These airstrikes focused on known militant locations and were reported to have caused significant damage, including the destruction of vehicles and safe houses, while inflicting...
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia has arrived in Beijing for the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), which runs from September 4 to 6. The summit is focused on strengthening ties between China and African countries, with the theme “Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared Future.”...
The Somaliland House of Representatives was presented today with a motion to remove the immunity of MP Maxamed Abiib Yusuf, who was arrested yesterday. The motion, which was part of an effort by President Muse Bihi’s government to remove Abiib from parliament, was rejected by a majority vote. Out of 57 MPs present, only 3...