Djibouti

On a typically bustling day in the heart of Djibouti, a meeting of great significance unfolded, painting a hopeful picture for the future of the Horn of Africa. Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud embarked on a diplomatic mission Wednesday, where he was warmly welcomed by Djibouti’s President Ismail Omar Guelleh. The atmosphere teemed with promise as these two leaders convened to weave threads of collaboration, aiming to weave a richer tapestry of bilateral relations and strategic cooperation. Engaging in discussions…

Djibouti Appoints New Foreign Minister: A Shift in Leadership Change is an inherent and often exhilarating aspect of governance, and this week, Djibouti embraced such a transition. In the wake of Mahamoud Ali Youssouf's esteemed election as head of the African Union, the nation has welcomed Abdoulkader Houssein Omar as its new Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The presidential decree announcing this appointment was made public on Tuesday, marking a new era in Djiboutian diplomacy.…

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Lands in Djibouti for Key Regional Discussions Djibouti – With the sun barely peeking over the arid horizon, the atmosphere at Djibouti-Ambouli International Airport was charged with anticipation. There, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived on a promising Wednesday morning, commencing an official working visit imbued with the hope of strengthening ties. Imagine the flutter of national flags and the careful orchestration of ceremonial honors as Mohamud, a figure of…

Imagine facing hardships so dire that you decide to embark on a perilous journey across unpredictable waters for the mere hope of a better life. For countless migrants, mostly hailing from Ethiopia and other parts of East Africa, this daunting trek across the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden towards Yemen isn’t just a last resort—it’s their only hope.Yet again, tragedy struck last Thursday when four boats carrying these hopeful souls capsized in the waters off Yemen and Djibouti. According to the United Nations migration agency,…

Ethiopia and Djibouti, two vibrant countries in the heart of East Africa, have once again pledged to bolster their trade and economic ties. But what does this mean for the region, and how does it affect the everyday lives of their citizens? These are the questions that lie at the heart of a recent meeting between Ethiopian Ambassador to Djibouti, Berhanu Tsegaye, and Djibouti’s Minister of Budget, Isman Ibrahim Robleh. The discussions between the ambassador and the minister were characterized…

Edited By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring. Mogadishu (AX) — In a profound reflection of the complex interplay between culture, faith, and justice, the recent arrest of a woman in Djibouti has captured the attention of the nation and beyond. This incident, which reverberates with emotional intensity, reminds us of the fragile balance within societies thriving on deeply embedded religious values. The heart of the storm is a video. A seemingly ordinary digital recording, it’s the kind that in a heartbeat can…

In a tense region where borders are more than just imaginary lines on a map, Djibouti’s security forces recently launched a drone strike that ended with the deaths of eight individuals identified as members of a so-called terrorist organization. This operation, near the Ethiopian border, also resulted in injuries to an unspecified number of civilians. The news came to light on a quiet Sunday, stirring conversations far beyond Djibouti's borders. The defense ministry of Djibouti issued a statement explaining the operation:…

An Escalating Conflict: Djibouti Deploys Drone Strike Near Ethiopian Border In a bold and contentious operation near its border with Ethiopia, Djibouti's security forces employed drones to execute a strategic attack. The result? Eight fighters from a known rebel faction were reportedly eliminated. However, amid the chaos, civilian casualties were also reported, leaving a haunting ambiguity about the true cost of conflict. According to a statement from the Ministry of Defense, the…

What do a leader of a North African nation and the foreign affairs minister of a small East African country have in common? Quite a lot, it seems. On a recent Sunday in the bustling heart of Cairo, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and Djibouti’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, convened to deliberate on the pressing issues facing Somalia and the collective endeavors required to restore tranquility and stability in the Horn of Africa. A communiqué from the Egyptian presidency underscored the…

In the hustle and bustle of Hargeisa, under the golden rays of a Sunday morning sun, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro took to the stage, radiating optimism and determination. With a fervor that could light up a room, he announced his ambitious blueprint to revitalize diplomatic and economic bridges with Ethiopia and Djibouti, envisioning a future of prosperity and collaboration—and perhaps, a little bit of brotherly love. In his florid proclamation, President Irro hailed Ethiopia not just as a neighbor, but as a…