Somalia
Former President Condemns Galkayo Clashes, Urges Dialogue to Ease Political Tensions
Thursday August 6, 2026 Mogadishu (AX) — Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has blamed President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud for the…
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Two Clans Sign Peace Agreement to End Conflict in Awdal and Salal Regions
Thursday August 6, 2026 Hargeisa (AX) — A three-day reconciliation conference in Geerisa ended Wednesday with two clans from North Western State…
Somalia
Somalia and Pakistan Discuss Expanding Defense and Maritime Security Cooperation
Thursday August 6, 2026 Somalia and Pakistan are expanding defense ties, with a Somali delegation led by Defense Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi…
Somalia
Puntland State to Prosecute Politicians, Officers Accused of Undermining Security
Somalia: Puntland State Moves to Prosecute Politicians and Officers Accused of Threatening Security AXADLE, Somalia – Puntland State’s Council of Ministers has…
Somalia
Man told friend, “I don’t mind dying,” before ISIS trip
Leigh Boobyer, BristolThursday August 6, 2026 Mohamed Mohamoud was arrested after returning to the UK A 22-year-old man accused of travelling from…
Somalia
Pakistan Army chief meets Somali defence minister to strengthen security cooperation
Pakistan army chief, Somali defence minister discuss closer security cooperation ISLAMABAD, Aug. 6 – Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, held…
Somalia
Somalia’s National Independent Human Rights Commission Reflects on First Six Months
By Farhan Jimale Thursday August 6, 2026 Farhan Jimale “To deny people their human rights is to challenge their very humanity.” — Nelson…
Somalia
Puntland State seizes PSF headquarters in Bosaso following Galkayo operation
Thursday August 6, 2026 Bosaso(AX) — Puntland State authorities said Thursday they had secured full control of the Puntland State Security Force…
Somalia
North Western State of Somalia and AFRICOM Discuss Maritime Security, Regional Defense Cooperation
Thursday August 6, 2026 Hargeisa (AX) — North Western State of Somalia’s defense chief led a delegation to U.S. Africa Command headquarters…
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Djibouti Faces Scrutiny Over Its Commitment to Neutrality
By Omar M. ElmiThursday August 6, 2026 As the Middle East war widens, Djibouti’s strategic balancing act faces its greatest test The…
Somalia
Trump prefers Iran deal over military action but keeps force option open
Trump favors Iran diplomacy but leaves military action on the table WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he would rather…
