Alleges

The Russian defense ministry has stated that the two ballistic missiles launched at the Ukrainian city of Sumy yesterday were intended to target a meeting of Ukrainian military officers. Tragically, the missiles resulted in the loss of 34 civilian lives, including two children. Many of the victims were simply returning home from Palm Sunday services when the attack occurred, with 34 confirmed dead and 117 injured, the majority of whom were on the streets and in their vehicles. In a statement today, the Kremlin insisted…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the bustling yet often turbulent landscape of Ethiopian politics, the Somali Federalist Party has raised an alarming voice against what they see as a rising tide of corruption and mismanagement within the Somali region of Ethiopia. These accusations, centered on financial malpractice, ring alarm bells about the worsening quality of life for the inhabitants of the area. As the saying goes, "Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching." Yet, the party contends that the integrity of…

An Intriguing Security Landscape: Northeastern State and North Western State of Somalia The security dynamics in the Horn of Africa remain as intricate as ever. It's a region where the lines between ally and foe can blur, and the shadows often conceal more than what they reveal. One notable aspect of this intricate tapestry is the tension between Northeastern State and North Western State of Somalia. Northeastern State has leveled accusations towards North Western State of Somalia,…

The ONLF and Ethiopia: Unfulfilled Promises and Waning Trust Mogadishu (AX) — In a highly charged statement, the Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) has made waves by accusing the Ethiopian government of reneging on the promises of the 2018 peace agreement. This has brought a potent mix of disappointment and frustration to a head. They allege that under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, there has been systematic suppression of Somali political participation. Could this friction spell the end of a fragile…

Life has a peculiar way of teaching lessons, often through stories more intricate than any fiction. One intriguing saga unfolded in Minneapolis, a city where dreams are etched in the horizon just as firmly as truth. The Feeding Our Future trial stands as a testament to humanity's complexities, rife with ambition’s grip and morals shadowed by greed. Heading the spotlight, Feeding Our Future's founder, Aimee Bock, faces allegations that penetrate deep. With a staggering 250 million dollars allegedly swindled from pandemic…

“As long as this system remains unchanged, our expectations from the federal government remain nonexistent. We do not recognize it as a true national administration serving Somalia's collective interests,” Madobe emphatically declared. Intriguingly, he likened it to "an enterprise operating in Mogadishu." His words were neither mere rhetoric nor isolated discontent; they reverberated the escalating discord between Somalia’s regional states and the central government. Consider Jubaland—a region…

In an unequivocal declaration, Somalia's opposition coalition has castigated President Mohamud's government, accusing it of forsaking the nation's federal architecture and diminishing vital constitutional checks and balances. To those familiar with Somalia's intricate political landscape, might this be the rubicon we had hoped to avoid? "The president has reduced the constitutional framework to mere window dressing," the coalition’s statement proclaimed. It continues, "Such actions flagrantly breach…

Las Anod (AX) — The SSC-Khaatumo leadership has leveled allegations against Northeastern State for meddling in its self-governance, heightening tensions between these two neighboring regions. In a recent media briefing, SSC-Khaatumo's Minister of Planning, Ahmed Diiriye, claimed that his counterpart from Northeastern State, Da'ud Bisinle, has been diligently sowing discord between their communities. Diiriye expressed concerns over teams sent from Garowe, the capital of Northeastern State, asserting they were implementing…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a bold announcement, Somali Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre announced that Jubbaland's leader, Ahmed Madobe, cannot stand for another term. Barre referenced Article 70 of the Jubbaland Constitution, which sets a two-term limit for the presidency. This declaration comes amidst a growing tension in the region, as Madobe seeks to hold onto power. On Monday in Mogadishu, Barre pulled no punches, accusing Madobe of prioritizing his own interests above the national agenda of Somalia. Barre alleges that Madobe…

Mogadishu (AX) — Abdirisaaq Omar Mohamed, Somalia's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, accused Northeastern State of Somalia President Said Abdullahi Deni of putting roadblocks in the path of oil exploration within Northeastern State. During a media briefing in Mogadishu on Saturday, Minister Mohamed mentioned that President Deni tried to introduce a company of his own choosing for oil exploration, a move spurned by the federal government."President Deni seems keen to politicize the government's oil ambitions,"…