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Clashes in Mogadishu: A Struggle for Land and Legacy In the bustling heart of Mogadishu, the air was heavy with tension as the echoes of conflict erupted once more. A sense of déjà vu pervaded as Somali security forces clashed with dissenting soldiers over an area near the iconic Tarabuunka junction. This latest chapter in Mogadishu's tumultuous story unfolded not merely as a clash of arms, but as a profound intersection of history, identity, and the complex dynamics of urban development. Securing the Capital: A…

BELEDXAWO, Somalia – On Wednesday, the Jubaland administration issued a fiery statement accusing Somalia's federal leadership of stirring up recent lethal skirmishes in Beledxaawo, Gedo region, where several Jubaland soldiers met their demise. According to the Jubaland Ministry of Information, the regional authority holds President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Gedo's security boss, Abdirashid Janan, responsible for agitating unrest and disrupting peace in the area. Jubaland officials claim the central government is…

There's growing concern in Somali society about how online displays of bravado might teeter dangerously close to hate speech, stirring up long-standing clan rivalries. In Somalia, "The Big Tribal Game" isn't just a pastime—it's practically a cultural phenomenon. This so-called game draws in massive audiences without linking its participants to any form of clan violence. Everywhere you look, thousands of phones light up with this spectacle, not just in Somalia, but across the globe. The typical participants? Enthusiastic…

FILE PHOTO Dhusamareb (AX) — Tragedy struck east of Dhusamareeb, the heart of Galmudug, where a fierce skirmish over grazing land left 11 people dead and numerous others nursing wounds on a somber Sunday. Local folks tell of two feuding militia factions clashing, painting a harrowing scene that saw countless families hastily abandon their homes in search of refuge. Caught in this whirlwind of violence, those displaced now find themselves grappling with insecurity and fear, rattling an already fragile existence. While the…

The Mayor of Amsterdam has declared enhanced security protocols throughout the city following a night of unrest described by officials as anti-Semitic. However, there were also reports of provocative chants from Israeli soccer fans that night. In light of the turmoil, Israel dispatched commercial flights to the Netherlands to assist in bringing back Israeli soccer fans, with the initial flight arriving in Tel Aviv this afternoon. As a result of the clashes, local police reported five individuals were hospitalized, while 62…

Garowe (AX) — A kerfuffle erupted at the break of dawn today between the forces of Northeastern State and Maakhir State near the town of Badhan in the Sanaag region, adding heat to a confrontation that’s been simmering since Sunday. Both groups remain hunkered down just a stone's throw from the district, with no major casualties coming to light.The scuffle began when Northeastern State troops tried to bar politicians from Maakhir State, who’ve been gallivanting around the Sanaag region, from their entry into Badhan. This…

Beledweyne (AX) - On Friday, officials from the Hiiraan region of the Hirshabelle administration voiced strong disapproval of the violent altercation in Beledweyne. This clash, involving forces from both the Hiiraan State and Hirshabelle State administrations, tragically resulted in a civilian's death and further unsettled the already fragile stability.In their official response, the administration pledged to implement essential actions to uphold law and order, ensuring the safety of locals. "The leadership of the Hiiraan…

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,…

Between municipal clashes have left at least 32 dead and 74 injured in the Far North of Cameroon, near the border with Chad, thousands of people have fled to Chad or inside Cameroon according to the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Today, calm has returned but the situation is still difficult for the refugees. At the…

Following the resignation of the Prime Minister and the closure of Parliament, President Kaïs Saïed announced on Monday the resignation of the Minister of Defense. In the morning, conflicts erupted in Tunis between supporters of the leader of the Ennahdha party, which is the leader of the assembly, and those of the head of state.…