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China has expressed strong objections to remarks made by U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, describing them as "vilifying." According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, such comments overlook calls for peace from neighboring nations. Specifically, China's ministry took issue with Mr. Hegseth labeling China as a threat in the Indo-Pacific region, subsequently deeming his statements at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore as "deplorable." The ministry stated, "Hegseth deliberately ignored the call for peace and…

President Hassan Sheikh and the Missed Opportunities: Reflecting on Somalia’s Crossroads MOGADISHU, Somalia, June 1 – In the heart of Mogadishu, a city both vibrantly alive and haunted by its history, the political landscape is heating up once again. With his term nearing its end, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud finds himself under increasing scrutiny. A wave of opposition voices, including some familiar faces from the corridors of power, are calling for a…

Northeastern State's Firm Stance: Concerns Over Somalia’s Political Future BOSASO, Somalia – May 14, 2025 – Recently, the political atmosphere in Somalia has shifted, largely due to the new political party inaugurated by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The creation of the Justice and Solidarity Party has sparked intense debate and no small amount of controversy. Northeastern State of SomaliaPresident Said Abdullahi Deni voiced pointed criticism on…

Somalia: President Hassan Sheikh's Leadership Style Under Examination BOSASO, Somalia - Within the intricate political landscape of Somalia, tensions have resurfaced as Northeastern State’s President Said Abdullahi Deni voices apprehensions regarding the current state of governance. This discourse emerges amid anticipation for the upcoming elections in a region fraught with political variances. Deni has candidly expressed his worries, suggesting a potential crisis looms as he accuses President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of…

Somalia's Parliamentary Committee Challenges Oil Deal with Turkey MOGADISHU, Somalia The whispers of a controversial agreement have become a loud outcry as Somalia’s Parliamentary Natural Resources Committee firmly stands against an oil and gas deal that casts a long shadow over transparency and national interest. With the leak of documents laying bare the contents of this agreement with Turkey, the revelations are nothing short of eye-opening.…

The ongoing conflict over President Donald Trump's pursuit of extraordinary powers to deport migrants has intensified, especially as he openly criticized the judiciary. A prominent Democratic leader warned that the nation is edging closer to a constitutional crisis. Recent developments were marked by a dramatic ruling from the Supreme Court in the early hours of yesterday. This ruling temporarily blocked Mr. Trump's use of an obscure legal provision to deport Venezuelan migrants without due process. As Justice Ruth Bader…

US Who? Trump Suggests New Tactics for Supporting Somalia Against Houthi Interference WASHINGTON - Traversing the intricate corridors of international diplomacy, former US President Donald Trump lately took a notable jab at President Joe Biden concerning America's foreign policy approach. With a flare for dramatics and hyperbole, Trump warned the Houthi militants to go into hiding, assuring them that America's renewed military resolve would be their undoing. Is this…

Hargeisa (AX) — In a recent development that has stirred political waters, Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre’s visit to Las Anod has been met with staunch criticism from North Western State of Somalia's opposition parties. The visit, they argue, constitutes a breach of North Western State of Somalia’s territorial sovereignty and could potentially escalate tensions. Abdiweli Sheikh Suufi, a prominent figure within the Kulmiye party, did not mince words. He accused the Somali federal government of orchestrating what he…

North Western State of Somalia's Stance on PM Barre's Intended Visit to Las Anod: A Path to Tension or Opportunity? HARGEISA, Somalia - Politics, especially in regions of tenuous peace, is a craft of careful maneuvering. Recently, when whispers of Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre's trip to Las Anod surfaced, they didn't merely drift through corridors of power; they thundered, echoing concerns across the Somali breakaway state of North Western State of Somalia. This intended voyage isn't just any visit—it's a…

South Sudan recently characterized the US decision to revoke visas as both unfair and politically motivated. This controversy can be traced back to an incident involving a Congolese national. South Sudan argues that this individual, rather than its own citizens, initiated the diplomatic kerfuffle that ultimately drew Washington’s reproach. This situation leads us to ponder: How often do misunderstandings in global affairs stem from misidentified individuals?…