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Somalia Calls for Gaza Ceasefire, Supports Palestinian Statehood

Somalia's Call for Peace Echoes Amid Gaza Conflict In a world wrought with geopolitical tensions, Somalia has taken a definitive stance, urging a cease-fire in the embattled Gaza Strip. During an emergency session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Jeddah, Somalia's Foreign Minister, Abdisalam Abdi Ali, condemned the escalating violence and pleaded for urgent protection for civilians in Gaza. Humanitarian Crisis Unfolds The situation in Gaza has deteriorated rapidly. According to Gaza’s Health Ministry,…

Israeli Airstrikes Target Southern Beirut as Lebanon Considers Ceasefire Proposal

Israel has intensified its airstrikes on Beirut and southern Lebanon, launching a series of attacks just one day after Lebanese officials hinted at their consideration of a US-mediated ceasefire. This conflict is deeply rooted in a web of alliances, with Hamas, Hezbollah, and Islamic Jihad enjoying the backing of Iran, Israel’s primary adversary. Notably, Iran has expressed its eagerness for a rapid conclusion to the ongoing hostilities that have gripped Lebanon for nearly two months. Since September 23, Israel has…

Israeli Airstrikes Hit Southern Beirut as Official Dismisses Ceasefire Possibility

Israel's military has unleashed a series of intense airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut, marking one of the most significant daytime assaults in the region. This ramped-up offensive comes after the Israeli defense minister made clear there would be no ceasefire until their objectives were fully realized. Thick plumes of smoke were seen rising over Beirut as approximately ten airstrikes rained down throughout the morning hours. In a warning distributed via social media, the Israeli army informed locals of their…

Somali Leader Reiterates Backing for Palestinians, Calls for Swift Ceasefire

In a compelling demonstration of solidarity, the Federal Republic of Somalia's head honcho, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, threw his weight behind the Palestinian cause, making an impassioned plea for an immediate halt to hostilities. "The bloodshed must stop," he declared, emphasizing the necessity of freeing all captives and prisoners. "This is not just about peace, it's about preserving lives and easing suffering." Speaking at the high-stakes Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Summit in Riyadh, President Mohamud laid bare…

Qatar Reportedly Urged by US to Expel Hamas Leaders Within a Month as Gaza Ceasefire Stalls

Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim Bids Welcome to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Doha(Source: AFP) Qatar is under a bit of pressure from Uncle Sam, who wants the country to evict Hamas's political bigwigs by the end of the next month. This inside scoop comes from two insiders who spilled the beans to The National over the weekend. Qatar has acted as a cozy haven for these Palestinian leaders since 2012 after Khaled Meshaal moved there from Syria. Meshaal had been the head honcho of Hamas for over 20 years until 2017. It's…

Southern European nations urge for a ceasefire in the Middle East

Leaders from nine Mediterranean countries have united in their plea to halt the ongoing violence in Gaza and Lebanon. In a recent statement, French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticized Israeli attacks on UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, labeling them as "unacceptable." This sentiment was mirrored by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. These three nations contribute approximately 2,000 troops to the UNIFIL mission, which reported that Israeli tank fire resulted in injuries…

Zelensky Refutes Claims of Ongoing Ceasefire Negotiations with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has asserted that a ceasefire with Russia is not on the table during discussions with European partners. Instead, he is advocating for increased Western support as Ukraine braces for a harsh winter amid his whirlwind visit to four European capitals. During a short 48-hour jaunt to London, Paris, Rome, and Berlin, Zelensky was on a mission to secure both military and financial aid. Escalating concerns hover over the possibility of waning support if Donald Trump assumes the presidency in…

Clashes Intensify Amidst Gazans’ Voices of Optimism Surrounding Renewed Ceasefire Appeals

In the ongoing conflict, Israeli troops clashed with Hamas-affiliated militants in both northern and southern Gaza. Palestinian health officials reported that Israeli airstrikes across the region resulted in the deaths of at least 17 Palestinians overnight. According to medical personnel, these fatalities stemmed from distinct Israeli aerial bombardments targeting Deir Al-Balah, situated in central Gaza, as well as Khan Younis and Rafah in the southern part of the enclave. Hamas and the Islamic Jihad, both armed factions,…

The Taliban is providing the Afghan authorities a three-month ceasefire

The Taliban has offered a three-month ceasefire in exchange for the release of 7,000 insurgent prisoners, an Afghan government negotiator said on Thursday, when Pakistan confirmed that the militant group had control of an important border crossing. "There is a huge demand," said Nader Nadery, a key member of the government group involved in peace talks with the Taliban, adding that the rebels also demanded that their leaders' names be removed from a UN blacklist. It was not immediately clear how the government would…

Amhara troops threaten TDF as Abiy Ahmed suspends ceasefire

NAIROBI, Kenya - The conflict in Ethiopia could escalate in the coming weeks following strong statements from Amhara regional forces and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, who blamed the Tigray Defense Force of "challenge" throughout the unilateral ceasefire declared a few weeks ago. On Tuesday, the Tigray Defense Forces, also known as the Popular Front for the Liberation of Tigray captured the southern city of Alamata, dislodging regional Amhara forces that had been in control for several months. The Tigray Defense Forces…

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