In Mogadishu, a large protest led by rickshaw drivers erupted following the Somali government’s decision to increase licensing fees. The drivers, angered by the rise in fees from $120 to $200, took to the streets, blocking the main thoroughfare between the airport and the presidential palace. The demonstration quickly escalated, leading to clashes between protesters...
The ongoing negotiations between the governments of Somalia and Ethiopia in Ankara, Turkey, have proven to be challenging, with no agreement reached after more than 12 hours of discussions. The talks, which Turkey is mediating, have been paused and are set to resume today. Despite the prolonged negotiations, no consensus has been achieved, but Turkey...
Official talks between Somalia and Ethiopia are expected to commence in Ankara today, concerning a previous agreement between Somaliland and Ethiopia. The Turkish government has organized this meeting to mediate between Somalia and Ethiopia. The Turkish government issued a press release stating its commitment to mediating between the governments of Somalia and Ethiopia, with the...
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud attended the inauguration of Rwandan President Paul Kagame in Kigali, highlighting the strong diplomatic ties between Somalia and Rwanda. Kagame, who was sworn in for a fourth term after winning 99 percent of the vote, hosted the ceremony at the Amahoro National Stadium, where thousands of Rwandans and international dignitaries...
A massive fire erupted early this morning in Jowhar district, the administrative capital of Hirshabelle, resulting in significant property damage. The blaze, which began at dawn, quickly spread, consuming multiple buildings and sending thick plumes of smoke into the sky. Firefighters were immediately dispatched and worked tirelessly to contain the fire. Their swift response and...
ISTANBUL, Turkey – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday spoke over the phone with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and discussed bilateral ties, as well as regional and global developments, Türkiye’s Communications Directorate said. During the call, Erdogan said relations between the two countries were getting stronger every day, the directorate said on X. Erdogan...
At least two soldiers were killed and several others wounded in a hand grenade attack at Beled-Hawo district’s police station, residents said on Saturday. The attack targeted the first checkpoint of the district’s police station, killing two soldiers and wounding others, including civilians, according to a resident who asked not to be named. Following the...
Somalia’s cabinet of Ministers of the Federal Government led by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has convened an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday night in Mogadishu to appoint new diplomatic representatives. During the meeting the council ministers have unanimously approved the 12 Ambassadors and appointed two consuls as a move to bolster Somalia’s international relations, according...
Puntland Security forces have arrested three individuals linked to terrorist networks, comprising both Somalis and foreigners. A PMPF press release stated that the operation resulted in the seizure of weapons and explosive materials, including explosive powder, mines, hand grenades, mortars, and other equipment. While specific details about the suspects and the confiscated items were not...
DHAKA, bangladesh — Nearly 100 people were killed and hundreds more injured Sunday as renewed anti-government protests swept across Bangladesh, with protesters calling for the prime minister to resign and the prime minister accusing them of “sabotage” and cutting off mobile internet in a bid to quell the unrest. The country’s leading Bengali-language daily newspaper, Prothom...