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Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant move toward enhancing public safety, Somali police have arrested 17 individuals, including both military personnel and civilians, for violating security directives during the recent 65th Independence Week celebrations in Mogadishu on Wednesday evening. The Banaadir Regional Police reported that the arrests occurred across various districts in the capital. Those detained were found to have discharged live ammunition, an act that is explicitly prohibited during national holidays due to…

A forest fire has wreaked havoc on several seaside towns east of Athens, Greece. This devastating blaze has led to extensive damage to homes and prompted the evacuation of numerous residents from a beloved tourist locale. Located near Palaia Fokaia and Thymari, the fire has already necessitated the evacuation of five villages, as confirmed by brave firefighters on the front lines. Just a few days prior, a wildfire on Chios—Greece's fifth-largest island—devastated more than 4,000 hectares of land. "Ground and aerial…

US President Donald Trump may consider extending the July deadline for higher tariffs on imports, according to recent statements from the White House. Originally set for July 9, this deadline marks when punitive tariffs on a range of EU goods are scheduled to be imposed, which has prompted the EU to promise approximately €95 billion in retaliatory measures. When asked about the possibility of extending the pause on tariffs, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt commented, "Perhaps it could be extended, but that's a decision…

Transforming Tensions: Iran's Post-Ceasefire Landscape On June 24, 2025, an occurrence as significant as a ceasefire between Iran and Israel transpired in Tehran's Enghelab Square. Citizens filled the streets, chanting fervent slogans, while vibrant national flags fluttered in the air. In the midst of the celebrations, images of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the late Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini were prominently displayed. But beneath the celebratory surface lies a complex and multifaceted narrative of national security and…

Growing Tensions Between Northeastern State and Jubbaland: A Call for Collaboration Garowe (AX) – On a significant Thursday, the leaders of Northeastern State and Jubbaland stepped into the political arena, taking firm stances against what they perceive as the federal government’s alarming trend toward centralizing power. In a joint statement released from Garowe, Northeastern State President Said Abdullahi Deni and Jubbaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam (Madobe) voiced their concerns, urging for direct, constructive…

Elderly IDP women sit outside their makeshift shelters/File Photo In the heart of North Western State of Somalia’s Ainabo district, several hundred displaced pastoralists have found themselves adrift, grappling with the aftermath of devastating rain and storm winds that struck their camp. The destruction left many homeless and struggling to secure basic necessities, primarily food. Among those affected is Fadumo Mohamed Hassan, a mother of five, who is one of the 200 families forced to sleep under the open sky since their…

Intensifying the Fight Against Al-Shabab: A New Chapter for Somalia In the current climate of unrest, the Somali government has taken decisive steps to confront the entrenched threats posed by the al-Qaida-linked group, al-Shabab. Recently, they reported a significant operation that eliminated 18 militants, effectively neutralizing two combat vehicles intended for their escape. This was not merely an operation; it symbolized renewed hope, determination, and a strategic step forward in a long-standing conflict. Describing…

UNICEF has raised an urgent alarm, indicating that while global attention is drawn to other crises, the situation in Gaza is dire, described as "the worst it has ever been." It is a reality where the Palestinian territory has, in many ways, "hit rock bottom." The UN agency reports a staggering decline in aid availability, noting that 400 distribution points across Gaza have dwindled to a mere four. With a population exceeding two million, the territory is grappling with famine-like conditions, exacerbated by Israel's…

On May 19, families of detained Moroccans took a courageous step by submitting a formal complaint to Morocco’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. They called for immediate intervention, arguing that their sons’ continued detention signals a grave violation of legal due process. These families recounted heart-wrenching tales of deception. Their sons, they assert, were lured to Somalia under the promise of legitimate employment but found themselves ensnared in a web of accusations related to terrorism. This recent appeal unfolded…

Somalia: Northeastern State and Jubbaland Address Concerns with the Federal Government AXADLE, Somalia — On a day that reflected mounting tension and political discourse, Presidents Said Abdullahi Deni of Northeastern State and Ahmed Mohamed Madobe of Jubbaland came forward with significant accusations against Somalia’s Federal Government. They expressed concern, alleging that constitutional powers were being manipulated to stifle those regional voices that dare to dissent. From…