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Somali Leader Convenes Meeting, Fails to Meet Anticipations
Somalia President Calls for a Meeting, Leaving Many Anticipatory Yet Cautious
MOGADISHU, Somalia – In a move that echoes both determination and necessity, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has opened his doors at the Presidential Palace, inviting regional leaders to a National Consultative Forum. Slated to unfold on the first and second days of May, this event prides itself on ambition amidst shadows of past disappointment; the last debate, held in October 2024, ended in fruitless negotiation and unrelieved…
Somali PM’s Landmark Visit to Las Anod in Sool Region
Las Anod, Axadle Times International Monitoring — With a profound sense of anticipation and an undercurrent of historical significance, Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre's arrival in Las Anod on Saturday symbolizes a venerated milestone. His visit aims to realign the bonds connecting the Federal Government of Somalia with the SSC-Khaatumo interim administration in a setting brimming with potential and mutual desire for stability.
The reception at Las Anod airport was nothing short of momentous. Abdikadir Ahmed…
North Western State of Somalia Criticizes Prime Minister Barre’s Proposed Trip to Las Anod in Northern Somalia
North Western State of Somalia's Stance on PM Barre's Intended Visit to Las Anod: A Path to Tension or Opportunity?
HARGEISA, Somalia - Politics, especially in regions of tenuous peace, is a craft of careful maneuvering. Recently, when whispers of Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre's trip to Las Anod surfaced, they didn't merely drift through corridors of power; they thundered, echoing concerns across the Somali breakaway state of North Western State of Somalia. This intended voyage isn't just any visit—it's a…
Shabelle Media’s Director and Deputy Detained in Mogadishu
Mogadishu (AX) — The delicate relationship between the Somali state and the media has reached another crossroads, underscored by recent developments involving the Shabelle Media Network. This Saturday, the Director General, Abuukar Sheikh Mohamud Abuukar, known as "Sky," alongside Deputy Director Mohamud Abdinasir Soofeysane, found themselves detained by Somali police. These arrests have amplified the ongoing debate surrounding press freedom.
Initially summoned individually, both executives soon found…
Somalia Celebrates 65 Years of Its Military, Contemplates Strength and Trials Ahead
Somalia Celebrates the 65th Anniversary of Its Army: A Reflection on Resilience and Challenges
Edited By Ali Musa, Axadle Times International–Monitoring
MOGADISHU, Somalia - As the sun rises over Mogadishu today, it brings with it echoes of a storied past—65 years of valor, sacrifice, and resilience. April 12, a day of profound importance in the annals of Somali history, marks the founding of the Somali National Army (SNA). This army was not just a guardian of its motherland, but a stalwart contributor to the…
Five Lives Lost in Al-Shabaab Landmine Explosion in Somalia
Mogadishu (AX) — Picture a sunlit morning, the rhythm of life pulsating through the heart of the Middle Shabelle region. It was on such a morning that tragedy struck.
The quiet was shattered on Friday when a vehicle carrying a handful of innocent civilians struck a landmine nestled between Ceel Gub and Adale. This devastating event resulted in the loss of at least five lives, leaving nearly ten others nursing wounds, their peace disrupted, their destinies altered.
Local officials, the…
UNOPS Chief to Tour Ethiopia, Somalia, and Sudan
A Journey of Insight: UN Under-Secretary-General's Mission to Africa
Jorge Moreira da Silva, esteemed UN Under-Secretary-General and the Executive Director of UNOPS, is embarking on an enlightening five-day tour to the heart of Africa—visiting Ethiopia, Somalia, and Sudan. The journey, crafted with care and deliberate foresight, promises to be more than a mere diplomatic visit; it is a deep dive into the intricacies and challenges faced by these vibrant nations.…
President Mohamud Meets Egypt’s FM in Antalya on Security and Development
Antalya (AX) — A significant diplomatic engagement unfolded recently as Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty. This interaction took place on the vibrant sidelines of the 4th Antalya Diplomacy Forum, which launched with great anticipation in Turkey on Friday.
In a moment that reverberated across the conference halls, Minister Abdelatty delivered cordial greetings directly from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. With these warm words, he…
Ukraine and Somalia Forge Diplomatic Relations at Antalya Forum
Mogadishu (AX) — In the vibrant setting of Turkey's Antalya Diplomatic Forum, a significant milestone was achieved on a sunny Friday afternoon. Ukraine and Somalia, nations separated by continents yet united in aspiration, formally embarked on a new diplomatic journey. This moment echoed Kyiv's proactive strategy to forge robust alliances across Africa's diverse landscape.
The agreement, inked with a flourish, was the result of diligent effort by Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Somalia’s State Minister…
North Western State of Somalia Threatens Response to Somali PM’s Las Anod Visit
Mogadishu (AX) — In a remarkable escalation of diplomatic tensions, North Western State of Somalia has issued a stern warning against the potential visit of Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre to Las Anod, reigniting a long-standing territorial conflict over this contested city.
Come Friday, North Western State of Somalia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement condemning Prime Minister Barre's proposed visit as a “brazen breach” of territorial integrity. The message was clear: Somalia’s federal…