In a televised address from Mogadishu, Somalia’s Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre, reaffirmed the government’s dedication to national unity and sovereignty as the National Consultation Conference continues. PM Barre emphasized that the discussions are making progress with ongoing consultations aimed at finalizing the summit’s communiqué. “We are committed to safeguarding the unity, dignity, and sovereignty...
Former Somali leaders Sheikh Sharif Ahmed, Hassan Ali Khaire, and Abdirahman Abdishakur have sharply criticized the recent collapse of reconciliation talks in Mogadishu, accusing President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of attempting an unconstitutional extension of his term. In a joint statement, they condemned what they described as a politically motivated maneuver disguised as a reconciliation effort....
Jubaland’s President, Ahmed Madobe, is reportedly leaving Aden Adde Airport in Mogadishu and heading back to Kismayo, the main city of his region. His departure shows that the recent talks in Mogadishu between the federal government and regional leaders have failed. These meetings were meant to discuss elections and other important national issues. Madobe has...
In a recent interview with Ethiopian state television, General Birhanu Jula, Chief of General Staff of the Ethiopian National Defense Force, criticized the Somali government, highlighting its dependence on Ethiopian military support for maintaining security. General Jula asserted that the Somali military and its leadership, including President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, lack the capacity to manage...
Several countries have launched evacuation efforts to extract their citizens from Lebanon amid heavy bombardments targeting Hezbollah strongholds. The capital, Beirut, is witnessing continuous flights as Israel intensifies airstrikes on parts of the city, escalating the need for immediate evacuations. At least 23 countries are currently coordinating efforts to remove their nationals from the conflict...
Turkey has taken a significant step in strengthening its ties with Somalia by dispatching the Oruc Reis, an oil exploration vessel, to conduct 3D seismic surveys off Somalia’s coast. The vessel embarked from Istanbul on Saturday, marking the beginning of Turkey’s offshore exploration efforts in Somalia. This development is part of a broader collaboration between...
The Somali government has announced a decisive military operation in the Galgudud region, resulting in the elimination of 47 Al-Shabaab militants. The operation, conducted by the Somali National Army (SNA) with support from national intelligence, local militias, and international partners, took place in the forested areas between Bidde Issa and Gerile, near El-Dheer town. Triggered...
The Interim Administration of SSC-Khaatumo has called for inclusion in the ongoing National Consultative Council meeting in Mogadishu. In a statement, the administration emphasized its right to participate in discussions on key national issues, including politics, security, and economic development. SSC-Khaatumo urged that its leadership be invited to the talks, where federal and regional leaders...
In a significant military operation conducted over the past few hours, Somali National Army (SNA) forces have dealt a heavy blow to Al-Shabaab militants in the Shabeelaha Hoose region. The operation, carried out in the villages of Kaliga, Libaaxle, Kaxaroow, Doonka, and Bululoow, has resulted in the deaths of at least 24 Al-Shabaab fighters, with...
The Federal Government of Somalia has strongly condemned the attack on the residence of the UAE Ambassador in Khartoum earlier this week. Reports indicate that Sudanese forces were involved in the assault, although they have denied the allegations, instead blaming the Rapid Support Forces for the incident. In an official statement, Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign...