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Egypt’s Somalia Gamble: Peacekeeping, Power Plays, and a Dam That Won’t Go Away On paper, Egypt’s plan to send troops to Somalia is a textbook peacekeeping deployment under an African Union mandate. In practice, it lands squarely on the fault lines of one of Africa’s thorniest rivalries: Cairo versus Addis Ababa, with the Horn of Africa as the stage and the Nile as the subtext. Egypt says its soldiers are going to Somalia to help fight al-Shabaab and stabilize a country clawing its way out of decades of war. Ethiopia hears…

Somalia and Serbia Reach for Old Ties to Shape New Deals In the polished halls of Belgrade’s presidential complex, Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre stood beneath a bank of flags and spoke a sentence you now hear in capitals across the Global South: “Somalia offers vast opportunities for investment.” On Tuesday, Barre and Serbian Prime Minister Đuro Macut signed a health cooperation agreement and pledged to deepen ties in trade, investment, education and security—an agenda that reads less like a single visit than a…

Israel Tightens Siege of Gaza City as Dozens Killed and Famine Deepens; Ceasefire Push Stalls Gaza City woke up to another day of smoke and sirens on Tuesday, with Israeli warplanes pounding densely packed neighborhoods while troops tightened a siege on the enclave’s largest urban center. Local authorities said more than 50 people were killed in Gaza City alone, among at least 105 Palestinians reported dead across the Strip in the past 24 hours. Aid workers said many of the dead were cut down not in combat zones but while…

Arab League cancels 75 percent of Somalia’s arrears, a boost for Mogadishu’s hard-won comeback The Arab League has agreed to cancel 75 percent of Somalia’s unpaid membership dues, a rare step that trims nearly four decades of arrears and signals renewed political backing for a country still rebuilding from conflict and climate shocks. The decision was taken in Cairo during the League’s 164th session of permanent representatives, Somali officials said Tuesday. Somalia’s Ambassador to Egypt and Permanent Representative to…

Leadership Under Scrutiny: The Challenges Facing President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud MOGADISHU, SOMALIA - Critics are intensifying their scrutiny of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, with voices from Jubaland accusing him of neglecting the fight against militant groups like Al-Shabaab and ISIS, potentially putting the nation in a vulnerable position. In a region where security is pivotal, the feeling of discontent seems to resonate widely, as political factions rally against what they characterize as ineffective governance. A…

Discover the Life-Changing Benefits of Green Tea Green tea has long been celebrated as a superstar in the wellness community, and for a good reason. Starting your day with a warm cup of green tea can yield numerous health benefits, from boosting metabolism to enhancing brain function. With antioxidants that help reduce inflammation, many who have embraced green tea have reported remarkable transformations in their overall well-being. But don’t just take my word for it—let’s explore some surprising effects experienced by…

Discover the Life-Changing Benefits of Green Tea Green tea has long been celebrated as a superstar in the wellness community, and for a good reason. Starting your day with a warm cup of green tea can yield numerous health benefits, from boosting metabolism to enhancing brain function. With antioxidants that help reduce inflammation, many who have embraced green tea have reported remarkable transformations in their overall well-being. But don’t just take my word for it—let’s explore some surprising effects experienced by…

Prominent elder slain in Somalia’s Gedo region as tensions simmer along border Attack in Beled Hawo A prominent community elder and local council member was shot dead late Monday in Beled Hawo, a hard-to-govern border town in Somalia’s Gedo region where political strain and armed groups have frayed the edges of daily life. Residents identified the victim as Aden Mohamud Buurdhubo, a respected figure known for mediating disputes and pushing for calm in a place that often runs on uneasy truces. Gunmen opened fire under cover…

In the Shadows of Conflict: Somalia's Ongoing Battle Against Terrorism As the sun rises over the arid landscapes of Somalia, a dual battle rages on—one against the unforgiving elements of nature and the other against the relentless tide of terrorism. The struggle to fortify this fragile nation against factions like Al-Shabaab and ISIS has intensified, drawing not just the resolve of local forces but also the strategic intervention of international allies, particularly the United States. Demonstrating Resilience The U.S.…

Somali police publicly burn 250 cartons of seized drugs in Mogadishu, widening a high-stakes crackdown Somali authorities burned 250 cartons of seized drugs in Mogadishu on Tuesday, a public destruction meant to send an unmistakable message: the country’s ports, airports and border crossings are being watched, and trafficking will be met with the full force of the law. The haul was confiscated at Mogadishu Port and Aden Adde International Airport after weeks of heightened surveillance, police said. The Banadir Regional…