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North Western State of Somalia Calls on Somalia to Hand Over Detainees, Citing Geneva Violation

North Western State of Somalia Urges Immediate Transfer of Detainees from Somalia Mogadishu (AX) — In a move that has captured international attention, the North Western State of Somalia government has urgently requested the Somali federal authorities to transfer 25 detainees, taken from Las Anod, to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). This request comes amidst accusations that the federal government is violating international humanitarian law and leveraging the detainees for political gain.…

Trump Administration Seeks to Cut UN Peacekeeping Funds, Citing Failures in Mali and DR Congo

Reevaluating U.N. Peacekeeping Funding: A Proposal from the White House Budget Office The recent proposal from the White House budget office to cut funding for United Nations peacekeeping missions has sparked significant concern. The reasoning behind this decision primarily hinges on what officials describe as operational failures in regions such as Mali, Lebanon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. These areas have faced numerous challenges, making the efficacy of peacekeeping missions a point of contention. Can…

Israel Postpones Palestinian Prisoner Release, Citing Dignity Concerns in Hostage Transfers

Prisoner Release Delays Amid Ceasefire Complications Israel has announced the delay of releasing hundreds of Palestinian prisoners until there is certainty regarding the next stage of hostage releases, absent the elaborate ceremonies that previously accompanied handovers of Israeli captives in Gaza. It’s an intricate situation, complicated by geopolitics and human narratives. This decision, communicated by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office early on a Sunday, halted the anticipation of movements in and out of the…

Niger’s Military Regime Unilaterally Dismisses Red Cross Operations, Citing No Reasons

In a surprising move that has sent shockwaves through the humanitarian community, the military junta in Niger has issued an expulsion order for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Strikingly, they provided no official rationale for this decisive action, leaving many to speculate about the motivations behind it. The ICRC has been a steadfast presence in Niger since 1990, tirelessly delivering crucial healthcare services to over 120,000 individuals affected by armed conflict. Their commitment to alleviating…

Qatar Halts Peace Mediation for Gaza, Citing Absence of Sincere Negotiations

In a significant turn of events, Qatar has hit the pause button on its mediating efforts to facilitate a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The announcement, made on Saturday, comes as talks between the two sides run into a brick wall, with both reluctant to compromise."A heads-up was given 10 days prior, warning both parties that Qatar would pump the brakes if an agreement wasn't in sight," remarked Majed Al-Ansari, Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, in his Saturday statement.The detailed disclosure marked the end of…

Somalia Prohibits Ethiopia from Joining New AU Initiative, Citing Breaches of Sovereignty

Somalia Blocks Ethiopia from Joining New AU Mission, Citing Sovereignty Issues MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia's Defense Ministry declared on Friday that Ethiopia will be excluded from the upcoming African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), expected to begin in January 2025. This edict comes amid a pivotal moment in the Horn of Africa, which grapples with the persistent menace of Al-Shabaab. Somalia contends that Ethiopia has overstepped its boundaries, encroaching on Somali sovereignty after…

A third Somali Minister steps down, citing federal government meddling in regional matters.

Mogadishu (AX) - In a surprising political twist, Sadam Mohamud Abdi, the Deputy Minister of Ports and Marine Transport in Somalia, decided to part ways with his post on a Tuesday night, marking him as the third minister to have done so in a matter of days. What’s cooking behind these ministerial resignations?Abdi, who finds dual roles as a federal parliament member from Northeastern State, now stands with Abdirashid Jire Qalinle and Ahmed Isman Ibrahim Daqare of Jubbaland fame. Both had already thrown in their resignation…

Oxfam Urges Overhaul of UNSC, Citing Its Ineffectiveness in Shielding Africa

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is getting roasted in Oxfam's latest report for failing to shield African nations from rampant violence and chaos.Consequently, the continent is grappling with skyrocketing humanitarian needs that the current funding isn’t even close to meeting. If something doesn’t change soon, the “Permanent Five” might as well be both "judge and jury."Titled "Vetoing Humanity," the report delves into 23 of the world's most stubborn conflicts over the past decade, 14 of which are rooted in Africa.…

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