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...
The Governor of Nugaal, Abdirahman Abshir (Qaanqaa), has announced that Ethiopian refugees in Garowe will be sent back to their home country due to concerns about security, hygiene, and cultural integration. Governor Qaanqaa stated that international organizations are assisting in the construction of temporary shelters for the refugees while they await their repatriation. This decision...
Egypt and Somalia are planning to hold joint military exercises in the Horn of Africa, a move that could heighten tensions with Ethiopia, according to security officials. The exercises, expected to take place this month, will involve ground, air, and naval forces. Although specific details regarding the start date, duration, and number of troops remain...
Somali aviation authorities, along with the management of Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu, stopped a Kenya Airways flight from departing. This action was taken because the airline failed to explain why it mistreated Somali passengers who were held at Nairobi Airport for over 24 hours without proper care. The incident occurred after a Kenya...