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Somalia Outcry Over ‘Rushed’ Execution of Woman Convicted of Child Murder
‘Justice or rush to judgment?’ Somalia’s rare execution of a woman exposes deep cracks in the system GALKAYO, Somalia — The death…
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Turkey rejects reports of deploying Russian S-400 air defenses in Somalia
Turkey denies reports of deploying S-400 air defenses to Somalia ANKARA — Turkey’s Ministry of National Defense on Thursday rejected reports that…
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Somali immigration officials thwart attempt to smuggle girl to Libya
Mogadishu — Somalia’s Immigration and Citizenship Agency said Wednesday it foiled an attempt to smuggle a Somali minor out of the country…
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Israel Accredits First North Western State of Somalia Ambassador, President Irro to Visit Israel
Israel accredits first North Western State of Somalia ambassador, deepening ties after recognition JERUSALEM — Israel has granted diplomatic accreditation to Dr.…
Somalia
Somalia’s Northeastern Administration Accuses North Western State of Somalia of Deadly Sanaag Region Attack
Northeastern administration accuses North Western State of Somalia forces of attack in Sanaag’s Waqdariya; casualties reported Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026 MOGADISHU —…
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At Least 38 Dead After Gunmen Launch Attack in Northwest Region
The Rising Violence in Northwestern Nigeria This section examines the increasing violence in Zamfara State and its broader impact. It provides an…
Somalia
North Western State of Somalia Seeks U.S. Interest with Promising Mineral Resources
North Western State of Somalia’s Bid for International Recognition In a bold move to gain international legitimacy, separatist North Western State of…
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Drone Attacks Intensify Conflict in Eastern DRC Over Strategic Area
Congo’s Escalating Conflict with M23 Rebels The Democratic Republic of Congo intensified military operations in the east following reports of the death…
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Deni meets Turkish ambassador to review Somalia’s political and security outlook
Deni, Turkish envoy discuss security cooperation and political transition in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia — Puntland State state President Said Abdullahi Deni met…
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Marco Rubio warns Iran remains a severe threat to the United States
Iran remains a ‘very grave threat’ to U.S., Rubio warns ahead of Geneva talks WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio…
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Turkey vows to block Israeli aggression reaching Horn of Africa, official says
ANKARA, Türkiye — Türkiye vowed Wednesday to stand firmly with Somalia and denounced Israel’s recognition of breakaway North Western State of Somalia,…
