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MOGADISHU, Somalia — Turkey hails the start of oil and gas exploration in Somalia as a groundbreaking development, marking the beginning of a transformative period. Over the weekend, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan dispatched vessels to scour Somalia's coast for valuable resources. Alparslan Bayraktar, Turkey's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, emphasized that deploying the Oruc Reis, a research ship, would bolster Turkey’s energy advancement, pitting it against global contenders. During a ceremonial send-off,…

Jubaland Accuses Villa Somalia of Launching an Online Assault on its Leader MOGADISHU, Somalia - The spokesperson for Jubaland's leadership, Mohamed Hassan Hiis, has made serious assertions against Villa Somalia, the official residence of the President of Somalia. He claims they are bankrolling an online smear campaign to tarnish President Ahmed Madobe's image. It's a bold accusation that brings drama into the political theatrics of the region. Hiis pointed his finger directly at Abdulkadir Ali Dige, who holds the reins as…

Mogadishu (AX) – Mohamed Hassan Hiis, the Communication Director for Jubbaland Regional State, has thrown some bold accusations at Somalia's presidency. He alleges they're bankrolling a negative campaign on social media aimed squarely at Jubbaland's head honcho, Ahmed Madobe.Hiis pointed his finger at Abdiqadir Ali Dige, Villa Somalia's communications chief, claiming he's the mastermind behind this orchestrated social media blitz to tarnish Madobe's reputation. "Mr. President, can you really bank on these delegations to…

The Palestinian health ministry has reported a grievous loss of life in the Tulkarm refugee camp situated in the West Bank, where at least 18 individuals were tragically killed due to an Israeli airstrike. This attack was purportedly aimed at eliminating a Hamas commander, whose presence was significant in the region. A representative from the Palestinian security services described this air raid as the most catastrophic event in the West Bank since the year 2000, highlighting the escalation of violence in recent times.…

In the dead of night, Israeli forces launched an airstrike on central Beirut, resulting in the tragic loss of at least six lives. This attack comes on the heels of what has been deemed Israel's bloodiest day in the past year of skirmishes with the Iran-supported Hezbollah. According to Israel, the operation was a meticulously planned air assault targeting specific sites within Beirut. Witnesses quoted by Reuters described a thunderous explosion. A security source indicated that the strike hit a structure located in the…

Sudanese Military Rejects Accusations of Bombing UAE Diplomat's Home in Khartoum The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) vehemently dismissed allegations that they bombed the home of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) envoy in Khartoum. Instead, they pointed fingers at the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) for the destruction. On Monday, the UAE released a strongly-worded statement condemning the attack on their ambassador's residence by what they claimed were Sudanese military jets, branding the incident as 'barbaric and primitive.' The…

Iran has declared that its missile offensive against Israel has concluded, at least for now, unless provoked further. Meanwhile, both Israel and the United States have vowed to respond firmly to Tehran's escalating military actions, deepening concerns about a broader conflict. The United States announced it would collaborate closely with its long-standing ally, Israel, ensuring that Iran would face "severe consequences" for its aggressive moves from yesterday that escalated tensions. Today, the United Nations Security…

The World Health Organization (WHO) is ramping up efforts to provide medical assistance to Rwanda in its fight against the Marburg virus disease (MVD), a lethal hemorrhagic fever that has tragically resulted in nine fatalities to date. According to the Minister of Health, Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana, authorities have pinpointed around 300 individuals who were in close contact with confirmed cases and are currently under vigilant observation. MVD, a severe virus primarily spread through direct contact with bodily fluids of…

President Mohamud lambasted Ethiopia for its audacious moves to dominate Somali waters, accusing Addis Ababa of aiming for military supremacy. "Ethiopia’s ambitions extend beyond acquiring a port," stated Hassan Sheikh. "Their goal is to project military muscle in the Red Sea, which is downright intolerable. They intend to not only construct a port but also establish a naval base. Both these endeavors infringe upon Somalia’s sovereignty and flout international law." Dialogue between Somalia and Ethiopia has hit a brick…

Mogadishu (AX) — A car bomb exploded near the National Theater in Mogadishu's Hamarweyne district on Saturday, resulting in the deaths of at least three individuals and injuring five more, according to eyewitnesses. The blast happened in a bustling part of town, triggering chaos and significant destruction. Security forces swiftly sealed off the location, and investigations are currently in progress. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.