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The UN calls for elections in 2022 to prevent division

Libya can once again see two rival administrations and a return to instability, the UN political chief warned on Wednesday and called for elections to be held as soon as possible to unite the war-torn country. Deputy Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo told the UN Security Council that she was encouraged by the support for a UN initiative to convene a joint committee of Libya's rival House of Representatives and senior ministers with the aim of reaching an agreement on both "on a constitutional basis…

Doha talks postponed again

The Doha dialogue has still not reached its core. The 72-hour suspension, which was decided on Sunday 13 March, was extended to Wednesday 16 March by 48 hours. The political-military groups have not yet managed to agree on a list of 10 delegates responsible…

Somalia’s presidential official suspended over allegations of serious human rights abuses, including sexual harassment – Sources

MOGADISHU (AXADLE) The deputy chief of staff of Somalia's presidency, Villa Somalia, has been suspended on charges of aggravated assault and sexual harassment by female employees and threats against journalists, two presidential sources told the Horn Observer. Abdinur Mohamed Ahmed was informed of leaving President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo's office two weeks ago when Villa Somalia's department heads were informed that Mr Abdinur's role had been terminated so far. This comes amid growing…

The British Embassy and Hormuud sign new Chevening partnership to enable more future Somali leaders to study in the UK

MOGADISHU (AXADLE) The British Embassy in Mogadishu and Hormuud has today signed a new Chevening partnership to enable more future Somali leaders to study in the UK. The British Embassy says "We are pleased to announce today a new Chevening Scholarship partnership with the Hormuud Salaam Foundation, to enable more aspiring Somali future leaders to study for a master's degree at world - class universities in the UK." The partnership will support outstanding individuals to gain the academic…

the Japanese want to welcome Ukrainian refugees

In Japan, one of the major industrialized countries most closed to asylum seekers, public opinion demands that the country play its part in the reception of displaced Ukrainians. as reported from Tokyo,Bruno Duval Last year, Japan again rejected 90% of the asylum applications submitted: in total, almost 4,000 political refugee applicants were rejected in general indifference, without this giving rise to any particular debate. Of the more than three million Ukrainians who have already fled their country, only 47 have so…

Al-Mishri calls for reconciliation for stability in

Libya's Supreme Leader Khalid al-Mishri called on all sides to reconcile on a constitutional basis and agree on electoral laws to pave the way for stability in the country. In a statement released by the Council's press office after a meeting with British Ambassador Caroline Hurndall on Tuesday, al-Mishri said it was crucial for all parties to reach a constitutional settlement in line with the Libyan people's demands and establish correct electoral laws. ensure free and open voting. In addition to the…