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Tuchel Officially Declares Departure from Bayern Munich, Unable to Reach Agreement for Extension

Bayern Munich will have to look for a new coach as Thomas Tuchel is confirmed to leave the team after talks fell through. After Tuchel won the Bundesliga last season but didn't secure any silverware this season, Bayern informed him he wouldn't be staying. Despite talks with potential successors like Nagelsmann and Alonso falling through earlier, Bayern were unable to convince Tuchel to stay on. Tuchel stated in a recent press conference that despite talks, no agreement was reached for him to continue with Bayern. As…

Unpacking the Illegality of the Ethiopia-Somaliland Naval Base Agreement in a Dynamic International Arena

On the 1st of January in 2024, the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed, signed an agreement with the Republic of Somaliland. In this deal, Ethiopia would gain access to a piece of coastal land in Awdal province to construct a naval base for a period of fifty years. In return, Ethiopia would acknowledge the sovereignty of Somaliland. However, the Federal Government of Somalia, the recognized governing body, strongly opposed this deal, referring to it as invalid. The global community, including entities like the United…

Kenyan Government Doctors Reach Deal to End Strike, Ensuring Improved Healthcare Services

Doctors at public hospitals in Kenya inked a pact with the government to end a strike launched in March. The agreement addresses salary arrears, hiring of trainee doctors, and insurance concerns. Television footage captured the handshake between union and government officials following the agreement. Health Minister Susan Nakhumicha confirmed the strike's end, citing the signed return-to-work formula. Arrears stemmed from a 2017 collective bargaining agreement, with doctors pressing for better medical insurance. KMPDU's…

Enhancing Security: Somaliland and Ethiopia Forge Partnership for Police Training Initiative

Hargeisa (AX) - Somaliland and Ethiopia have inked a pact in Addis Ababa, in which Ethiopia will provide training for new police units in Somaliland. A post on the Somaliland Police Force's Facebook page revealed on Thursday that Deputy Commissioner General Mesfin Abebe, President of the Ethiopia Police University, and Gen. Abdi Ahmed Tiir, head of training for the Somaliland Police Force, signed the agreement for police training. However, specific details about the deal were not disclosed. The agreement came after a…

Empowering Somalia: KSrelief and UK Collaborate to Aid Those Battling Severe Acute Malnutrition

In Riyadh, Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Rabeeah, and Andrew Mitchell signed a collaboration agreement with UNICEF to fight severe malnutrition in Somalia. KSrelief and the FCDO will each contribute $2.5 million to provide nutrition, water, and hygiene services in 15 high-risk areas for 101,000 Somali children. This $5 million partnership is part of Saudi Arabia and the UK FCDO's shared efforts to ease the hardships of the Somali people through humanitarian projects.

Somaliland vehemently opposes Turkish naval activities during negotiations over Ethiopian maritime agreement

During an interview with BBC Somali, Somaliland's Foreign Minister, Dr. Essa Kayd Mohamud, discussed the autonomous control of Somaliland's waters, making a clear distinction from Somalia's authority. Mohamud informed Turkey that access to Somaliland's shores is restricted, asserting the independent management of its maritime borders. Emphasizing Somaliland's stance, Mohamud expressed positivity regarding the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ethiopia, dispelling concerns about its impact. He anticipates a smooth…

Islamic countries denounce Ethiopia’s agreement with North Western of Somalia

Islamic nations have rejected Ethiopia's arrangement with North Western of Somalia for a military base and port on the Red Sea, insisting it violates Somalia's sovereignty. The foreign ministers of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation insist on the immediate withdrawal of this agreement, deeming it illegal. They emphasized the need to uphold Somalia's territorial integrity and sovereignty in a country that has been struggling with stability for over 30 years since the overthrow of Siad Barre. The ministers gathered in The…

OIC Ministers Defiant Against Ethiopia-Somaliland Port Agreement, Uphold Somalia’s Sovereignty

In Banjul, the Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have expressed their opposition to any actions that violate Somalia's sovereignty, especially the dubious memorandum of understanding between Ethiopia and Somaliland. The Ministers gathered for a preliminary meeting ahead of the fifteenth session of the Islamic Summit Conference of the OIC in Banjul, Gambia, from May 2 to 3, under the theme "Strengthening Unity and Solidarity through Dialogue for Sustainable Development." As per the meeting's…

Is Somalia Prepared for Extradition Deal with Turkey? Worries Mount as Agreement Looms

London (AX) — Somalia and Turkey have finalized a legal cooperation pact that will streamline the transfer of criminals, convicts, and suspects. The approved agreement, outlined by Somalia's Minister of Justice and Constitution, Hassan Mo'allin Mohamoud, sought to alleviate concerns about potential misuse of the pact for political gain. He committed to robust legal processes and judicial scrutiny in both nations, ensuring a thorough examination of evidence against the accused. "We pledge that political motives will not…

University of Minnesota Strikes Historic Deal with Pro-Palestine Activists

The University initially communicated with camp organizers by letter Wednesday night before announcing publicly on Thursday. Representatives of the student coalition will speak to the Board of Regents on May 10.In the Wednesday letter, school officials expressed gratitude for the conversations and their intent to resolve matters promptly. Nesma Abuammo, a 20-year-old Palestinian student and organizer, spoke about the ongoing rally in support of Gaza and the fight against genocide.Student organizers emphasized their…

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