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Groundbreaking Human Rights Lawsuit Targets Somali Leader and Premier Bank
The Hague, Netherlands: A Landmark Human Rights Case Takes Center Stage
By Ali Musa
Axadle Times International – Monitoring
In a profoundly significant move, Member of Parliament Abdullahi Hashi Abib has launched a human rights lawsuit against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Premier Bank Limited at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Here lies a question: can justice prevail when power is on trial? This case, reminiscent of David against Goliath, challenges the ethics of governance intertwined with corporate…
Drone Activity Above Somalia’s Presidential Residence Sparks Security Worries
Security Fears Soar Over Drone Encounter at Somalia's Presidential Palace
In the hushed corridors of power in Mogadishu, the talk of drones has seldom been so resonant. On January 31, a daring drone incursion over Villa Somalia, the seat of the country's leadership, added vigorous fuel to smoldering security fears. Somali officials, alongside seasoned Western counter-terrorism analysts, found themselves pondering the implications of this electronic trespass.
“It's like a bad dream coming true,” a security…
Massive Blaze Consumes Gobonimo Market in Hargeisa
Unraveling Tragedy at Gobonimo Market: Another Fiery Blow to Hargeisa’s Resilience
Amidst the bustling heart of Hargeisa, North Western State of Somalia, a sudden confluence of fire and smoke engulfed Gobonimo Market, raising alarming questions about the fragility of the city's essential commercial centers. As flames licked the sky, painting ominous shadows on the cityscape, the vulnerability of these bastions of trade unfolded, spiraling the community into a familiar yet distressing state of urgency.
In the hushed early…
Enormous Blaze Sweeps Through Hargeisa’s Gobonimo Market
Gobonimo Market Blaze Underlines Ongoing Vulnerabilities in Hargeisa's Commercial Centers
Hargeisa (AX) — The tranquil evening air of Hargeisa was ruptured by a blaze, a fire that engulfed Gobonimo Market on Saturday. This incident starkly highlighted the underlying weaknesses of the city's vital trading zones. Are these catastrophic events becoming all too commonplace in a city heavily reliant on its markets?
The North Western State of Somalia Police, through a succinct press release, confirmed the deployment of…
Jubaland’s Leader Ahmed Madobe Returns to Kismayo Following Nairobi Trip
Mogadishu (AX) — The recent return of Jubaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam Madobe to Kismayo marks another chapter in the ongoing saga of his strained dealings with Somalia's federal government. Imagine the tumultuous dynamics of a family feud, where each member grapples with deep-seated grievances yet yearns for some semblance of harmony.
Upon Madobe's arrival in Kismayo, the semi-arid interim capital of Jubaland, state media and confidants released a brief video capturing his return. It is a stark contrast to the…
Building Somalia’s Future: The Crucial Contribution of Institutions
Why do we need institutions? It's a question that beckons a dive into the less navigable waters of human society. The world, a vast and intricate puzzle, continually shifts under our feet, always perplexing, forever unpredictable. Humans, in their solitary states, find themselves overwhelmed by this chaos. Enter institutions—not mere constructs of civilization but the anchors of order and progress. These entities, ranging from governmental bodies and educational establishments to religious congregations and legal frameworks,…
Abdirahman Warsame Condemns Somali Government for Overlooking Northeastern State’s Contribution to Anti-ISIS Efforts
Mogadishu (AX) — In a remarkable denunciation, Somali lawmaker and opposition figurehead Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame has chastised the Somali government. Why? For a glaring oversight—failing to acknowledge the invaluable contributions of Northeastern State in the nation's military campaign against ISIS militants in the windswept, rugged terrain of the northeastern Bari region.
Warsame's words weren’t just a casual rebuke; they brimmed with a palpable sense of frustration and urgency. To him, Northeastern State's…
Northeastern State Reports 46 ISIS Casualties from U.S. Airstrikes in Al-Miskad Mountains
Northeastern State Forces Strike at the Heart of ISIS in Somalia
"Verification of the identities of those killed is ongoing, and we will release the names once the process is complete," Faadhigo revealed with a resolute tone. Among the casualties, he noted, were senior ISIS leaders, though their identities remain under wraps for now. The world will likely know the key figures lost in the shuffle within a matter of days.
In a strategic decision, Northeastern State forces have been tasked…
North Western State of Somalia Challenges AFRICOM’s Airstrike Report, Claims Targets Were in Northeastern State, Not Golis Mountains
The intricate tapestry of geopolitics in the Horn of Africa unraveled a new thread on Monday, as North Western State of Somalia’s Ministry of Defence issued a firm rebuttal to recent claims made by AFRICOM. According to the ministry, U.S. military operations have not encroached upon their territory. But isn’t geography more an art than a science sometimes? The ministry specifically challenged assertions linked to U.S. Secretary of Defense Peter Hegseth, asserting airstrikes were falsely attributed to the Golis Mountains…
Djibouti Initiates Drone Strike Close to Ethiopian Frontier
An Escalating Conflict: Djibouti Deploys Drone Strike Near Ethiopian Border
In a bold and contentious operation near its border with Ethiopia, Djibouti's security forces employed drones to execute a strategic attack. The result? Eight fighters from a known rebel faction were reportedly eliminated. However, amid the chaos, civilian casualties were also reported, leaving a haunting ambiguity about the true cost of conflict.
According to a statement from the Ministry of Defense, the…