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Djibouti Faces Humanitarian Challenges Amid Crackdown on Migrants In a move that has sparked widespread international concern, the Djiboutian government has launched a significant crackdown on undocumented migrants and refugees. This initiative has led to the arrest and deportation of individuals from Yemen, Somalia, and Ethiopia, all accused of violating residency and work permit regulations. As these policies unfold, questions arise: What does this mean for those caught in the crosshairs of enforcement? And what…

Inquiry Launched into Ethiopian Diplomat's Tragic Death in Somalia LAS ANOD, Somalia - In the heart of the arid yet bustling region of northeastern Somalia, a community mourns as an investigation unfolds. Farah Aydiid Jama, an Ethiopian diplomat stationed in Garowe, has tragically lost his life, prompting questions that demand answers and actions that yearn for justice. The shadow of suspicion lies on the notorious Al-Shabaab, a group whose cruel footprint is feared but relatively…

Northeastern State's Capital, Garowe. Photo: Garowe Online In an unsettling turn of events, the community of Las Anod has been shaken by the tragic news of the death of Farah Aydiid Jama. Reports indicate that he served as an official at the Ethiopian Consulate in Garowe, the capital of Northeastern State state in Somalia. A grim narrative unfurled on Sunday, April 20, when officials, citing local media outlets from North Western State of Somalia, attributed his murder to the notorious Al-Shabaab terrorist group. Adding to…

Tensions Rise in Sool Region Following Killing of Ethiopian Consulate Official Las Anod (AX) — In a tragic turn of events that underscores the ongoing challenges of security and accountability in the Sool region of Somalia, the body of an Ethiopian consular official was discovered on a Saturday night. This incident, deeply unsettling in its implications, raises critical questions about the safety of diplomats and the broader political climate in the area. The victim, Farah Aydiid Jama, affectionately known as…

Ethiopia's Decision: Strategic Move or a Recipe for Discord? By Ali Musa, Axadle Times International – Monitoring Amid the intricate labyrinth of political maneuvers, Ethiopia has embarked on a significant and somewhat controversial step. On a recent Friday, the government appointed Getachew Reda—former rebel and erstwhile leader of the Tigray region—as a ministerial advisor. This move arrives with its set of complexities, leaving analysts pondering over the potential consequences for the already volatile…

In the often tumultuous terrain of international relations and regional politics, tales of conflict and flight emerge with potent regularity. One recent story unfolded in the rugged expanse of the Al-Miskaat Mountains, where three Ethiopian men from the Oromo ethnic group made a daring escape from the militant grip of ISIS. Their journey concluded with a surrender to the Northeastern State regional state security forces, a moment tinged with both relief and uncertainty. The narrative began when these men, burdened with…

The Meta logo, a symbol recognized globally, is prominently displayed at the company's temporary stand, eagerly waiting for the commencement of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on January 18, 2025. This image, captured by REUTERS/Yves Herman, weaves a new narrative in the ever-evolving saga of the digital age. (Purchase Licensing Rights) Recently, a significant legal decision has emerged from the plains of East Africa that could echo across the technological world. Facebook's parent company, Meta, faces a…

Mogadishu (AX) — In an ambitious stride towards enhancing regional peace, the African Union alongside the Federal Government of Somalia, has sanctioned the inclusion of 2,500 Ethiopian troops into a redefined peacekeeping mission. This decision underscores a significant endeavor to quash the relentless aggression of Al-Shabaab, a group tethered to the al-Qaida network. The Ethiopian contingent falls under the African Union Support Mission in Somalia, commonly referenced as AUSSOM. Launched at the dawn of this year,…

Flying Cars: A Soaring Future or a Grounded Dream? Imagine yourself caught in the monotony of a traffic jam, the clock ticking away each second with relentless precision. Your mind starts to wander to a place where such inconveniences vanish into thin air—literally. Who among us hasn't dreamt of bypassing the honking sea of vehicles below and gracefully ascending to the clouds in a flying car? This idea, a regular in sci-fi films, isn't just a whimsical fantasy but rather a beacon of hope—a symbol of the future we've…

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (AX) — As dawn cast its first light over Johannesburg this Wednesday morning, a dramatic event unfolded in a quiet suburban enclave known as Lombardy East. The tranquility was shattered when dozens of foreign nationals, with many being teenagers and young adults hailing from Ethiopia and Somalia, courageously broke free from a house. The local police, the ever-vigilant South African Police Service (SAPS), quickly mobilized to investigate the incident as a potential breach of South Africa’s…