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Mogadishu (AX) — In a moment where global tensions seem to hang in the air like a thick fog, Somali Foreign Minister Abdulsalam Abdillahi Omer has stepped forward, urging restraint and the pursuit of diplomatic dialogue between India and Pakistan. These two nuclear giants, locked in a complex and often contentious relationship, find themselves at a boiling point, and Omer’s timely call for peace resonates with the urgency of the moment. During a recent phone conversation with his Pakistani counterpart, Ishaq Dar, Omer…

In the wake of a tragic attack that resulted in the loss of 26 lives—the deadliest civilian assault in nearly two decades—armed police and military personnel are actively conducting searches of homes and forests throughout Kashmir. This heightened security effort follows a visit from India's army chief to assess the situation on the ground. The public response to this militant attack has been one of profound outrage and sorrow across India, leading to renewed calls for decisive action against Pakistan. New Delhi has long…

In Mogadishu (AX), the Somali federal government's ambition to transition from a clan-based election process to a universal suffrage by 2026 has stirred the political pot, all while the nation faces a pesky al-Shabaab resurgence. On October 2, during a National Consultative Council (NCC) powwow, Somali bigwigs mapped out a reform strategy, eyeing extended terms for state presidents. This plan, however, pulled back the curtain on deep-seated rifts among regional honchos, as tensions simmer amid rising insurgency woes.…

The shipment reinforces "Egypt's lasting commitment to bolstering Somalia's national capabilities, aligning with the Somali people's aspirations for security, stability, and development," the ministry stated in its declaration. Back in August, Egypt dispatched its first batch of military aid to Somalia in over forty years. This year, the relationship between Egypt and Somalia has strengthened, largely due to their mutual suspicion of Ethiopia. This led Cairo to send multiple plane loads of weapons to Mogadishu, Somalia's…

Egypt's Tactical Maneuvering in Somalia Sparks New Strains with Ethiopia NAIROBI, Kenya - Egypt's recent military actions in Somalia, characterized by the deployment of troops and substantial military aid, have notably escalated tensions with Ethiopia. The longstanding feud over the Nile River's water resources, particularly the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), lies at the heart of this discord. This move by Egypt seemingly aims to counterbalance Ethiopia's expanding clout in the Horn of Africa, possibly leveraging…

CAIRO, Egypt — Egypt is asking its folks living in North Western State of Somalia to pack up and bounce. This plea comes amidst a budding spat with Ethiopia that's heating up like a summer BBQ. The root of this friction? Well, back in January, Ethiopia inked a deal with North Western State of Somalia for a sweet spot on the Red Sea, securing a 50-year lease granting access to 20 km of coastline. Somalia thinks this deal is a high-stakes poker game that violates its territorial hand. Standing tall beside Somalia, Egypt…

Federal Government Halts Battalion Leader's Return As Tension Soars Mogadishu, Somalia — In recent revelations, the Federal Government has detained the commander of the 9th Battalion stationed in Xudur as he arrived at Aden Adde International Airport. The commander embarked from Baidoa following a security conclave targeting South West State’s stability, where he conferred with local chiefs and President Abdiaziz Laftagareen. Just as he was gearing up to head back to Xudur, plans went sideways. Sheikh Adan Madobe, Speaker…

Top al-Shabaab leader killed in Somalia as military operations escalate MOGADISHU, Somalia - A senior al-Shabaab leader was killed in Somalia on Friday, the army said, in the latest development, proving the national army's ability to take over the security responsibilities of the mission forces. African Union. In a statement, the military said the top leader was killed in Middle Shabelle, one of…

Somalia's capital on the point of warfare as tensions escalate MOGADISHU, Somalia - Regardless of the restoration of calm in Mogadishu, Somalia's opposition fighters have continued to carry massive components of the capital, though the worldwide neighborhood is striving to have rival teams on the negotiating desk. The workforce opposes President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo's…

In Ethiopia, fighting continues in Tigray without knowing exactly where it is because telecommunications are still cut across the province.