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Russia has characterized Ukraine's deployment of long-range ATACMS missiles within its borders as a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, dubbing it a "new phase of the Western war.” Promising a response of equal measure, Moscow is clearly on high alert. On the momentous 1,000th day of war, Ukraine launched US-supplied ATACMS missiles to strike Russian territory, marking a bold move facilitated by the recent green light from the outgoing Biden administration. According to Russian sources, five out of six missiles…

HARGEISA, Somalia - The political landscape in North Western State of Somalia is reshaping itself. After a tense week of uncertainty, the election commission has crowned Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, known fondly as Irro, as the new president. The election saw fierce competition and spirited campaigns. Clad in optimism, Irro emerged victorious with 63.92% of the vote, decisively outmatching current leader Muse Bihi Abdi, who garnered 34.81%. In a far third stood UCID’s Faisal Warabe. The electoral process bristled…

The Prime Minister of Israel has proclaimed that the assassination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar marks the "beginning of the end" for the conflict in Gaza. In a video message released by his office, Benjamin Netanyahu stated, "Yahya Sinwar is no longer among the living. Our heroic soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces successfully eliminated him in Rafah." He further emphasized, "Though this isn’t the conclusion of the war in Gaza, it signifies the commencement of the end." This announcement followed reports stating…

 Türkiye's research vessel Oruç Reis navigates the Bosporus in Istanbul, Türkiye, on October 5, 2024. (AA Photo) Embarking on a new chapter in maritime oil and gas exploration, the Oruç Reis seismic research ship sets sail for Somalia, marking a significant move celebrated by Türkiye's Energy and Natural Resources Minister, Alparslan Bayraktar, on Saturday. Somali officials acknowledge Türkiye's unwavering assistance in enhancing their energy sector.Joining the send-off ceremony alongside President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan,…