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Flotilla departs Greek waters, heads for Gaza in tense standoff with Israel An international flotilla of roughly 50 civilian vessels set out from Greek waters this week, aiming to challenge Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza and deliver aid — even as governments and navies warned that the mission risks a confrontation on the high seas. Organisers said the Global Sumud Flotilla planned to transit international waters in the eastern Mediterranean and hoped to reach the besieged coastal strip early next week. Among those aboard…

Has Puntland State turned the tide against Islamic State? A closer look at President Deni’s claims What the president said In a recent televised interview, Puntland State President Said Abdullahi Deni delivered a blunt assessment of a years‑long counter‑insurgency: he said his forces have “severely weakened” Islamic State in the northeastern Somali region of Bari, claiming more than 2,000 fighters — many foreign nationals — who once operated from the Cal Miskaad mountain range have been “largely neutralized.” Deni…

Healthy Snack Choices: Ditching the Empty Calories In our fast-paced world, snacking can often feel like a necessary evil. With busy schedules and constant cravings, it’s all too easy to reach for a bag of chips—only to realize later that we’ve indulged in a snack that’s little more than air and additives. But fear not! Understanding which snacks to avoid can empower you to make healthier choices that fuel both your body and spirit. The Snack Dilemma You might be asking yourself: "Are snacks really that bad for me?" While…

East Africa’s aircraft boom meets a maintenance bottleneck The new hangar doors at Ethiopian Airlines’ sprawling Addis Ababa maintenance base opened with a ceremony and a promise. Two bays large enough for widebodies, a fresh component repair shop, and a central warehouse—more than $150 million invested to keep the region’s aircraft flying. The carrier now counts eight hangars on site and says it is ready to take in more third-party work from around the continent. It’s a significant bet on a region where travel demand is…

7 Delicious Sausages Without Fillers: A More Wholesome Choice When indulging in comfort foods like sausages, it’s wise to be discerning about what goes into those flavorful links. Unlike burgers, which can simply be ground beef, many sausages are crafted from blends of meat, spices, and often unwanted fillers. But don’t fret! There are choices that provide the taste you crave without compromising your health. Today, we uncover seven packed sausages made without fillers, allowing you to enjoy this beloved treat guilt-free.…

Humanitarian access collapses in Gaza City as MSF suspends operations Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said it has been forced to suspend all operations in Gaza City after its clinics were surrounded by Israeli forces — a blunt sign of how rapidly humanitarian space is narrowing as the Israeli military presses a major offensive into the densely populated urban centre. "We have been left with no choice but to stop our activities as our clinics are encircled by Israeli forces," Jacob Granger, MSF's emergency coordinator in…

Banking on Recovery: How Salaam Somali Bank is Center Stage in Somalia’s Economic Reinvention In a country where the pulse of daily life is often set by drought cycles, clan politics and the steady flow of money from abroad, a bank has quietly become a barometer of Somalia’s recovery. Salaam Somali Bank (SSB), reconstituted in 2009 after decades of state collapse, is positioning itself as more than a commercial lender: it is a public utility, a bridge to the diaspora, and a partner in climate resilience. From…

At UN Week, Somalia and Allies Sound Alarm Over Funding Gap for AU Mission NEW YORK — Inside a packed conference room just off the United Nations General Assembly floor, Somalia and its closest partners issued an unusually blunt warning: if the world does not step up with reliable money, hard-won security gains against al-Shabab could begin to unravel within months. The urgency is not abstract. The African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) — the AU-led force that helps secure towns, main roads,…

Empty chairs, loud message: What the UN walkouts during Netanyahu’s speech reveal about a shifting world order Scores of diplomats rising and filing out of the General Assembly hall as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the podium was not simply a moment of theatrical protest. It was a diplomatic thermometer reading for a world growing colder toward the Israeli government’s conduct in Gaza. “Ireland was not present in the General Assembly for the speech by PM Netanyahu,” a spokesperson for Ireland’s Department…

U.S. launches fresh strike against ISIS-Somalia in Cal-Miskaad mountains MOGADISHU — The U.S. military carried out a precision airstrike late last week in the Cal-Miskaad mountain range near Bosaso, targeting fighters from the Islamic State in Somalia (ISIS-Somalia), U.S. Africa Command said Monday. The operation is the latest in a sustained campaign of air attacks that U.S. officials say are aimed at degrading the group’s ability to threaten American interests, Somali forces and regional allies. The strike, conducted in…