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Iran’s IRGC Leader Pledges a Forceful Retaliation to Any Israeli Assault
The Iranian commander emphasized that the October 1 missile strike on Israel barely scratched the surface of Iran's defense power.
"We are acutely aware of Israel's vulnerabilities," stated Salami with confidence.
Amidst these tensions, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi traveled to Egypt on Thursday to engage in diplomatic negotiations aimed at averting any Israeli military action against Iran.
Tehran remains on high alert, bracing for a possible Israeli military response to the October 1 missile incident,…
Puntland Wraps Up Conference to Assess the Progress of Democratisation
QARDHO, Somalia (AXADLE) – On Saturday, Qardho City wrapped up its four-day brain-busting powwow, diving into Puntland's path to democracy.
The bash took a bow with Abdirizak Ahmed Said, the Speaker of the Puntland House of Representatives, sealing the deal.
This gathering was a melting pot of heavy hitters like the Ministry of Interior, the Puntland Electoral Commission (PEC), the Puntland Development and Research Center (PDRC), Puntland Non-State Actors (PUNSAA), and a kaleidoscope of political parties, who were all…
Somali Parliament Member Urgently Flown to Nairobi Over Concerns of Poisoning
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AXADLE) – Concerns of potential poisoning arose as Somali Federal MP Mohamed Abukar Jacfar was hurriedly flown to Nairobi on Saturday when his health sharply declined.
Initially, Jacfar was under medical care at Digfeer Hospital in Mogadishu due to a mysterious illness.
Medical insiders disclosed that toxic agents were identified in his system, primarily impacting his stomach.
Physicians at Digfeer notified his family that Somalia lacked the advanced treatment he required.
An air ambulance swiftly…
Israel’s Strategic Reasons for Setting Up a Base in North Western State of Somalia
Hargeisa, North Western State of Somalia (Kaab TV) – Exploring Israel's Strategic Interests
Navigating the intricate maze of global politics, Israel has been eyeing the establishment of a military foothold in the self-declared independent realm of North Western State of Somalia, nestled in northern Somalia. This move is part of Israel's effort to enhance its defenses against threats from Yemen's Houthi rebels and to ramp up surveillance over the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait.
According to the scoop from Middle…
Nile River Basin Commission: Regional Tensions May Turn a Challenging Task Into an Impossibility
The saga surrounding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is tangled with Ethiopia’s Red Sea ambitions, lighting up disputes along multiple fronts.
Embarking on the intricate mission of fair Nile River usage, the freshly minted Nile River Basin Commission (NRBC) faces a rocky road. Conflicts simmering in the Horn of Africa add fuel to the fire.
October 13 marked a turning point as the Cooperative Framework Agreement on the Nile sprang to life, transitioning us from the old Nile Basin Initiative to something fresh. The…
Somalia and Cairo Formalize Defense Pact as Initial Egyptian Military Advisors Arrive
The accord inked in August between the Somali and Egyptian governments, involving the deployment of ten Egyptian soldiers to Mogadishu, is coming to fruition. Half of these forces will be integrated into joint defense strategies, while the remaining troops will join the new African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), set to succeed the AU Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) by January 31, 2025. According to the Somali Guardian, Egyptian military advisors have already landed in Somalia to assist…
Ethiopia Commits to Maintaining Military Presence in Somalia for AU Mission Amid Sea Access Dispute
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Ethiopia has underscored its plan to maintain its soldiers in Somalia as a part of the forthcoming African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM).
But there’s a hefty roadblock: Somalia demands the withdrawal of Ethiopian troops unless Ethiopia cancels its controversial sea access deal with North Western State of Somalia, hinged on mutual recognition.
This agreement strives to offer Ethiopia a path to the Red Sea if it acknowledges North Western State of Somalia’s autonomy,…
President Mohamud and Museveni convene to deliberate on the security transition under ATMIS
Upon touching down in Uganda, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was treated to a lavish welcome at Entebbe International Airport, courtesy of Uganda’s Foreign Affairs head honcho, General Jeje Odongo. CREDIT Villa SomaliaMogadishu (AX) — Intent on bolstering key alliances, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud embarked on a mission to Uganda this past Saturday. This trip signifies Somalia's resolve to forge deeper connections with regional pals as it inches towards taking the reins of its security from African Union…
The UN Commits to Strengthening Support for Somalia’s Peace and State-Building Efforts
"We're absolutely ready to partner with Somalia's Federal Government to make this happen," she emphasized in a statement from Mogadishu, Somalia's vibrant capital. While in Somalia, the UN representative had in-depth discussions with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and his key advisors, along with engaging civil society leaders. During her conversation with the president, DiCarlo acknowledged Somalia's significant milestones, such as achieving debt relief through the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries Initiative, joining the…
Intense Battles in Central Somalia Result in the Deaths of Over 30 Al-Shabaab Militants
Fierce Skirmishes in Somalia End with More Than 30 Al-Shabaab Fighters Down
MOGADISHU, Somalia - On a bright Saturday morning, over 30 Al-Shabaab members met their end in a fierce showdown with the Somali National Army (SNA). Word from the inside is that many more were left staggering, owing to severe injuries from the confrontation.
The SNA, side by side with local warriors and militia allies, pulled off this mission. They zeroed in on Qay’ad village in Mudug, nestled in the heart of Somalia’s Galmudug state.
"This…