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Biden and PM Barre Reinforce Their Commitment to Somalia’s Sovereignty and Stability
Mogadishu (AX) — In the midst of the UN General Assembly, Somalia's Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre had a face-to-face with President Joe Biden.
Through a combined declaration, both bigwigs reasserted their unwavering dedication to safeguarding Somalia's independence and territorial unity, key to nurturing peace and stability in the area.
Discussions zeroed in on amplifying U.S. support to Somalia’s battle against the Al-Shabaab militants and upgrading governance. Both highlighted the significance of their alliance in…
Minneapolis Seeks Guidance from Elders to Address Somali Youth Crime Concerns
Somali Youth Link, backed financially by the government, brings in Somali elders to steer young folks away from mischief around the Twin Cities. Farhio Khalif launched this initiative in the midst of the pandemic when there was a noticeable uptick in troublesome behavior among Somali teens, including run-ins with the law for actions like launching fireworks at cops. Today, the group collaborates hand in glove with local police.
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Farhio Khalif started Somali Youth Link during the pandemic to curb youth mischief in…
Somali Security Forces Thwart al-Shabab Assault in Mogadishu’s Kahda District
Mogadishu (AX) — Late Friday night, Somali security personnel successfully thwarted an al-Shabab onslaught at a security checkpoint in the Kahda district, according to the accounts of local residents.
The incursion commenced with a pair of blasts, leading to almost an hour of ferocious combat. As of now, the number of casualties is still undetermined, with district authorities yet to disclose any specifics.
In response to the assault, security forces initiated operations across multiple localities in Kahda early Saturday…
Somali PM’s Address at the UN: A Plea for Global Unity and Alarming Concerns Over Ethiopia’s Border Breaches
Mogadishu (AX) — Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre took the stage at the United Nations General Assembly, rallying global leaders for a united front on the world's most urgent crises. In his stirring address, Barre tackled everything from ongoing conflicts to climate change, explicitly calling out Ethiopia for infringing on Somalia's borders, and appealed for swift international intervention.
Somalia’s Path: A Celebration of Resilience and Independence
Over the last few decades, Somalia has waded through turbulent waters, moving from chaos to reclaiming its independence and self-reliance. The collapse of its central government in 1991 unleashed a wave of domestic disputes, with numerous factions unable to find common ground. This era of chaos was further complicated by external meddling, particularly from Ethiopia, which saw Somalia’s instability as an opportunity for influence, often fueling conflicts by supplying arms to various groups. Some Somali politicians courted…
Vessel Transporting Egyptian Weapons to Somalia Operated under Stealth and Heavy Safeguards
With a hold brimming with heavy weaponry and ammunition for Somalia amid the turbulent Horn of Africa, the voyage of the Al Hurreya 2 was fraught with hazards in the Red Sea's perilous southern waters. The stakes? Enormous.If the Al Hurreya 2's mission faltered or was interrupted, it would spell significant embarrassment for a nation with the region's largest military, which invested billions in modern arms over the past decade.Two days post-discharge in Mogadishu, Somalia, on Monday, insiders confided in The National about…
Ethiopia Contemplates Redirecting Fuel Imports to Berbera, Potentially Marginalizing Djibouti
Ethiopia’s fuel stream shifts focus from Djibouti to Berbera amidst an escalating Horn of Africa power maneuverFILE - A bird’s-eye view of Berbera Port's fuel terminal (upper left) and its freshly-expanded container terminal (foreground), a crucial lynchpin for regional commerce in the Horn of Africa, including Ethiopia’s potential pivot of fuel imports from Djibouti. (Government of North Western State of Somalia)Mogadishu (AX) — Ethiopia is mulling over rerouting its fuel imports from Djibouti to North Western State of…
DR Congo Pursues Compensation for Rwanda’s Involvement in the Conflict
The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has set its sights on obtaining reparations from Rwanda, blaming its neighbor for actions that allegedly infringed upon DRC's sovereignty and national integrity. This dispute has escalated, prompting the DRC to bring the matter before the East African Court of Justice. Their claims include serious allegations of aggression in eastern DRC—specifically, incidences of looting, sexual violence, and mass killings. However, before engaging in substantive legal discourse, the…
Somali-Canadian Rapper K’naan Faces Allegations of Sexual Assault
Montreal (AFP) – Somali-Canadian artist K'naan, recognized globally for his smash hit "Wavin' Flag," which became synonymous with the 2010 FIFA World Cup, faces charges of sexual assault in Quebec City, as per local news outlets.The 47-year-old musician, born Keinan Abdi Warsame, is accused of assaulting a woman in her 20s back in July 2010, during his stay in Quebec City for a music festival.The alleged incident was reported to the police in May 2022.His legal team entered a not-guilty plea during Thursday’s court session,…
Egypt Pledges Support for Somalia’s Defense Amid Escalating Ethiopian Conflict
Mogadishu (AX) — President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi of Egypt has underscored Egypt's unwavering allegiance to Somalia, underlining the Arabic nation's critical function within the Arab League while affirming that no entity will be allowed to jeopardize its autonomy. El-Sisi's remarks arrive amid escalating military and political friction in the Horn of Africa, where Egypt's increased involvement is altering the regional landscape."We're not making hollow threats, but anyone endangering Somalia will face consequences," el-Sisi…