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In the bustling heart of Mogadishu, Federal MP Abdullahi Adan Ahmed, known by all as Black, sounded the alarm on the South West State's administration's alleged ploy to oust Hudur's mayor. He voiced concerns that this move could stir the pot of serenity in Hudur, a district lauded for its peace compared to other restless parts of the region. According to Black, a pair of important state ministers—one from the Interior Ministry, the other from Security—recently graced Hudur with a visit, sparking whispers of a mayoral…

"Somalia to Ethiopia: 'Bring It On!' as Strains Rise" MOGADISHU, Somalia - Somalia has firmly declared it won't be rattled by Ethiopia's intimidations concerning its contentious deal with North Western State of Somalia. The pact has stirred unrest, yet Somalia maintains its readiness for any move Addis Ababa might make, especially attempts that compromise its military or civilian tranquility. Ethiopia has persistently sidestepped apologies for its actions, which have tested Somalia’s sovereignty. The contentious…

On Monday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken sounded the alarm about Daesh/ISIS leveraging ongoing strife in the Middle East to amplify their grip. He beckoned international allies to ramp up security efforts and maintain regional stability."We are in a period of significant upheaval in the Middle East," Blinken proclaimed during the inauguration of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS ministerial gathering. "It's critical, now more than ever, to bolster our measures to safeguard and stabilize, particularly in Iraq and…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has recently issued a stark warning to Iran, asserting that there is nowhere in the Middle East that Israel cannot reach, especially in light of a series of air strikes on Hezbollah positions in Lebanon. In a video message delivered in English, Netanyahu directly addressed the Iranian populace, cautioning them that their government is steering them "closer to the abyss." He emphasized, "There is no corner in the Middle East Israel cannot access," further stressing that the Iranian…

Mogadishu (AX) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has issued a stern warning to enterprising traders trying to dodge the newly imposed sales tax by fiddling with their merchant numbers. During his speech in Mogadishu on Thursday, President Mohamud put his foot down, stressing the gravity of such antics. "Dodging taxes is tantamount to fraud," President Mohamud declared emphatically. "Skirting taxes equates to theft and crime, and there will be consequences. It's unacceptable to alter merchant numbers to sidestep…

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…

Addis Ababa (AX) — Ethiopia has openly raised eyebrows with the United States regarding the looming possibility of Egyptian soldiers being stationed in Somalia. This concern comes hot on the trail of the African Union Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), which will wrap up at the close of 2024. Things aren’t exactly cozy between Ethiopia and Somalia these days, as both nations have been building their security rapport with Egypt, causing a bit of a row. The spat kicked off earlier this year when Ethiopia inked a deal with…

Josep Borrell, who holds the title of Vice President of the European Union and also leads its Foreign Affairs department, recently addressed the crisis in Gaza at the Rafah border crossing.

"We want to unequivocally tell international firms: save your time when it comes to the Holhol oil field or any other resources in this area. No one holds the legitimate authority to seal such deals unless they follow the proper legal channels and gain mutual approval," Karash emphasized. Recently, the Federal Government of Somalia inked an oil exploration deal with Turkey. Turkey plans to send a ship to the Somali coastline in October to start evaluating offshore oil reserves. Though Holhol is tucked away inland and not a…

Somali Minister Warns Regional President Over Support for Ethiopian Forces In a recent address, Laftagareen drew a poignant comparison between 25 MPs who side with the South West State populace and the iconic Somali Youth League (SYL) heroes. "Those MPs standing with their people's will are reminiscent of the 13 SYL members," he noted. As a foundational political entity in Somalia, the SYL spearheaded the independence movement during the mid-20th century, laying down a legacy from 1940s through the 1960s. Emphasizing the…