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Lebanon’s Ministry of Health reported that airstrikes claimed 492 lives, including 35 children and 58 women, leaving 1,645 injured — a heartbreaking toll for a nation still grappling with last week's deadly communications attack. In a pre-recorded announcement, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu advised Lebanese civilians to heed warnings and evacuate. "Please take this alert seriously," Netanyahu said. "Get out of harm’s path now," he urged. "Once our operation concludes, you can safely return to your homes."…

Tensions have significantly intensified between Ethiopia and Somalia, particularly following Ethiopia's formal engagement earlier this year with the self-proclaimed Republic of Somaliland—an entity that Somalia adamantly contests. The deal grants Ethiopia access to Somaliland's ports in exchange for a nod of political recognition from this landlocked regional power. In response to this maneuver, Somalia expressed vehement opposition, labeling Ethiopia's actions as an unwelcome intrusion into its internal matters.…

GAROWE, Somalia (AXADLE) — The Puntland Government, an autonomous region in Somalia formed in 1998, proudly opened the Garowe General Hospital—a €2.3 million venture designed to serve over a million people. The generous funding for this project came from Germany's Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development, through the KfW Development Bank. UNICEF played a vital role in renovating the facility and securing essential medical gear. At the inauguration, Puntland President Said Abdulahi Deni extended heartfelt…

HARGEISA, North Western State of Somalia (REPORTING BY KAAB TV) — Government officials in North Western State of Somalia have raised the alarm over Egypt's recent shipment of significant weaponry to Mogadishu. They warn that this arms transfer could jeopardize an already precarious regional stability. In an official communiqué, North Western State of Somalia expressed grave concerns regarding Mogadishu’s capacity to manage and secure the hefty military consignment properly. "North Western State of Somalia is deeply alarmed…

Las Anod (AX) – The provisional leadership of SSC-Khatumo has leveled serious accusations against the Northeastern State of Somalia, alleging that their actions infringe on SSC-Khatumo's territory. They branded this move as a blatant affront to their governance. On Tuesday, Najib Barkhadle Warsame, the Minister of Information for SSC-Khatumo, delivered a stern message condemning Northeastern State's territorial assertions. "It’s outrageous for Northeastern State to stake a claim on land managed by SSC-Khatumo. This is a…

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In addition to the weapons charge, Aden faced allegations of being in Kenya illegally, without a proper visa or pass, which violated the Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act of 2011. He was released on a bond of KSh50,000 (USD 387.39) or had the option of a cash bail set at KSh30,000 (USD 232.43). The judge set his case to be mentioned on October 23, with the full hearing scheduled for April 24, 2025. Police reports linked Aden and his crew to several robbery and stabbing incidents in Eastleigh. Three of his partners in…

The situation between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has escalated to a level that resembles outright warfare, according to the European Union's chief diplomat.Josep Borrell expressed grave concerns, stating, "This situation is extremely perilous and alarming. We're teetering on the brink of full-scale war," during a briefing with journalists. He further emphasized, "If this isn't a war scenario, I'm not sure how else to describe it," referring to the rising civilian casualties and the ferocity of military…

Recent attacks by Russia on various Ukrainian territories have tragically claimed one life and left 23 others injured, as reported by officials today. In the Kherson region yesterday alone, a single individual lost their life and seven others were injured. Meanwhile, the Zaporizhzhia region experienced a more significant impact, with 16 individuals sustaining injuries during an overnight assault targeting the capital of the region, according to local authorities and law enforcement. Governor Oleksandr Prokudin reported…

A Colorado jury has rendered a notable verdict, finding a man diagnosed with severe schizophrenia guilty of first-degree murder, rejecting his insanity defense in the wake of a tragic mass shooting that took place at a grocery store in Boulder, resulting in the deaths of ten individuals, including a police officer. The incident unfolded in March 2021, marking a grim chapter in the community's history.Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa, now 25, had insisted on his innocence, claiming mental incapacity as he pleaded not guilty by…