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Mogadishu (AX) – The tapestry of diplomatic relations often weaves itself in unexpected patterns. Recently, Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi found himself at the center of a swirling storm of speculation, dismissing allegations that the federal government barred former Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Rooble from securing diplomatic passport clearance for a journey to South Africa. During a candid discourse with VOA Somalia, Minister Fiqi painted a picture of respect and regard for Rooble, highlighting…

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — A federal judge, in a bold move to preserve justice, has clamped down on courtroom access amid the Feeding Our Future fraud trial after alarming allegations arose. Could tampering be at play? It might sound like a movie plot, but the reality in Judge Nancy Brasel's courtroom is a somber one, as she now navigates allegations of an attempt by a defendant's associate to compromise a key witness. On Wednesday, Judge Brasel announced a severe restriction: anyone associated with defendants in related cases, but…

“What is politics but the art of pulling wool over the eyes of the people?” mused a seasoned diplomat over coffee once. With these words echoing in my mind, let me delve into a story that adds another layer to the intricate tapestry known as Somali politics. On a balmy Thursday, the air was heavy with anticipation at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. The reason? The unexpected arrival of Mohamed Hussein Roble, a man who once steered Somalia from the turbulent raft as its Prime Minister. This, however, was…

Life has a peculiar way of throwing us curveballs, doesn’t it? On a seemingly innocuous Monday, amidst the icy embrace of a post-snowstorm Toronto, an unexpected drama unfolded. Picture it: A Delta Air Lines regional jet, buffeted by merciless winds, flipped upside down as it landed at Toronto Pearson Airport, leaving 18 injured out of the 80 souls aboard. The ferocity of nature doesn’t often show mercy, but somehow, this time, lives were spared. Why did an aircraft that braves the skies end up on its back in the snow? As…

In the remote and arid expanses of Mandera County, an air of tension hangs heavily over the desolate landscape. A seemingly ordinary morning was disrupted by an alarming development: detectives had detained two individuals linked to an unsettling conspiracy. Their objective? To abduct foreigners engaged in a pivotal government project, which, ironically, promises to bring much-needed infrastructure improvements to this marginalised region. The two men, as disclosed by Mandera County Criminal Investigations Officer Pius…

Mogadishu (AX) – At the heart of a bustling Mogadishu, a significant meeting unfolded on Tuesday. Somali Minister of Ports and Maritime Transport, Mohamud Adan Gesod, welcomed Turkish Ambassador to Somalia, Alper Aktaş, into a dialogue centered on the future of Somali ports—a future intricately tied to the narrative of rebuilding and hope. How many times has the world heard tales of reconstruction in post-conflict zones? Yet here it was, raw and earnest, unfolding in the flesh, where rebuilding isn’t just about bricks…

Baidoa (AX) — In a turn of events that can only be described as harrowing yet hopeful, the security forces in Somalia's South West State have succeeded in rescuing four children, much to the relief of their anguished families. These children—each tender and impressionable—found themselves in the clutches of the notorious Al-Shabaab, a scourge force bent on enlisting them into their militant ranks as child soldiers. Can one truly grasp the enormity of such a violation? Local authorities announced this heartening news on…

Brighton & Hove Albion 3-0 Chelsea: A Dance of Precision and Power How did a match that many might have overlooked become the talk of the town? This past weekend at the Amex Stadium, Brighton & Hove Albion crafted a masterclass, overcoming Chelsea with a roaring 3-0 victory in the Premier League. But let me tell you—this was not just about goals; it was about how they got there. On any given day, a humble seaside town can emerge as the epicenter of sporting excellence, with one team sparking a revolution against…

Mogadishu (AX) – On a typical scorcher of a Saturday, under the merciless sun of El-Hero in the Mahaas district, a noteworthy arrest unfolded. Mohamed Rashid Abdi Hussein, once the chairman of the Ganuribad area in Somalia's Hiiraan region, found himself in handcuffs. The reason for his capture? A damning discovery: receipts from Al-Shabaab, the notorious militant group, left little room for doubt. These were not your ordinary receipts—they were felonious tokens, empowering a regime of illegal taxation on unsuspecting…

Global Shift: Is Abdul Qadir Mumin Leading the Islamic State? Mogadishu (AX) — The quiet hum of intelligence networks across nations is singling out a name with increasing urgency: Abdul Qadir Mumin. Rumblings echo that Mumin, erstwhile leader of IS-Somalia, may have ascended to worldwide command of the Islamic State (IS) network. Could this signify a strategic directional shift for a militant group long anchored in the heart of the Middle East? According to an incisive United Nations Sanctions…