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Egypt and Somalia collaborate on security efforts as regional unease grows over Cairo’s expanding influence in the Horn of Africa
The defense deal between Egypt and Somalia has stirred up worries about Cairo's clout in the Horn of Africa.
Recently, Egypt and Somalia have been engaging in high-level security discussions. These talks focus on the stationing of Egyptian forces as part of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). This move has sparked regional apprehensions regarding Egypt's growing strategic and military sway in the Horn of Africa.
According to a senior Egyptian security official, "A significant meeting took place in Mogadishu…
Conflicts between opposing groups in Hiiraan result in one soldier’s death and another’s injury.
Beledweyne (AX) - A soldier perished while another sustained injuries in a skirmish involving forces from the Hiiraan State and Hirshabelle State in Beledweyne, nestled in the Hiiraan region, on a bright Friday morning.The fracas broke loose at Lamagalay camp, which serves as the nerve center of the Hiiraan region. Reports suggest that troops from Hirshabelle tried to throw a wrench in the works of the impending celebrations marking the first year of Hiiraan State's existence, slated for Saturday, as noted by Hiiraan…
Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt Unite in a Three-Way Alliance to Counter Ethiopia’s Growing Influence
In the spotlight, we see prominent figures like Egypt's el-Sisi, Somalia's Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Eritrea's Isaias Afwerki, accompanied by former Somali leader Farmaajo and Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed. In recent happenings in Mogadishu (AX), a fresh alliance has been brewed between Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt. This unexpected coalition marks a significant turning point in the state of affairs in the Horn of Africa. The pact, unveiled during a gathering in Asmara, brings Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Eritrean leader…
Egypt, Eritrea, and Somalia Join Forces for Collaborative Security Initiatives
In a significant gathering in Asmara, Eritrea, leaders from Egypt, Eritrea, and Somalia convened to reaffirm their commitment to upholding sovereignty and ensuring territorial integrity within the Horn of Africa.
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi of Egypt, Isaias Afwerki of Eritrea, and Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia participated in this summit, which took place against the backdrop of escalating tensions throughout the region. During their discussions, the leaders focused on bolstering security measures, enhancing…
Egypt Prepares Peacekeepers for Somalia Amid Rising Tensions Over Ethiopia’s Plans for North Western State of Somalia
In the city of Asmara, Eritrea, leaders converged for a pivotal meeting. Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi joined Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki at a trilateral summit. Together, they vowed to fortify security alliances amidst growing regional unrest, with particular focus on Ethiopia's heightened presence in the Horn of Africa.Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia warmly welcomed Egypt’s offer to contribute peacekeeping forces as part of the forthcoming African Union Mission to Support…
Prime Minister Barre Unveils Newly Constructed Road in Mogadishu’s Garasbaaley Area
Mogadishu (AX) - On Friday, Somali PM Hamsa Abdi Barre unveiled a freshly asphalted road in Garasbaaley, a district within Banadir. This new road aims to ease congestion and boost movement around Mogadishu.The event saw Mogadishu's Mayor, Yusuf Hussein Jimale, often called "Madaale," along with cabinet members, officials from Banadir’s regional administration, and locals gracing the inauguration. Prime Minister Barre acknowledged that the road arose from the "Build your country with one dollar" drive, funded by taxes from…
Houthis in Yemen Assert Responsibility for Attacks on Two Ships in the Red Sea and Indian Ocean
The Houthi faction from Yemen claimed on Thursday they went after two ships in the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean.One of these vessels was American, while the other belonged to a company accused of disregarding the group’s prohibition against entering Israeli harbors.“Our Yemeni Armed Forces conducted two operations,” announced group representative Yahya Saree in a taped declaration. “The first aimed at the American oil ship, OLYMPIC SPIRIT,” he continued, noting it faced an assault in the Red Sea involving 11 ballistic…
Somalia takes steps to address plastic pollution with overdue prohibition
Mogadishu (AX) — Somalia has decided to bid farewell to single-use plastic bags, aiming to cut down on pollution and join hands with international environmental crusades.
"Plastic bags are no longer welcome here. Anyone caught in the act—using or selling—will be met with the full force of the law," declared the Police Spokesman Abdifitah Adan Hassan.
The announcement of this ban in February 2024 marks a turning point. It outlaws the import, creation, sale, and use of these pesky plastics. While fines are still a bit…
Eritrea, Egypt, and Somalia Form a United Front Opposing Ethiopia
A recent diplomatic spat has nudged Somalia towards cosier relations with Egypt and Eritrea, each entangled in longstanding grumbles with Ethiopia.
Folks are jittery that rising tensions could tip the scale into outright conflict.
“This is a coalition against Addis Ababa," dished out Hassan Khannenje, who steers the Horn International Institute for Strategic Studies, during a chinwag on the BBC's Focus on Africa.
"Seems like they're bundling grievances to crank up the heat on Addis Ababa."
A snapshot beamed by Eritrea…
UN Investigation Accuses Israel of ‘Extermination’ in Gaza
An investigation has accused Israel of committing war crimes, claiming its attacks on hospitals are intentional acts threatening humanity.
Following an Israeli assault on Gaza City’s Remal clinic, Palestinians grapple with the aftermath as the clinic, once a sanctuary for the displaced, lies in ruins .
United Nations investigators have accused Israel of targeting health facilities in Gaza, leading to the deaths of medical personnel amidst ongoing conflict in the besieged region.
Navi Pillay, former UN High Commissioner…