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Mogadishu (AX) – In the hushed hours of Monday night, an air of uncertainty enveloped the Bardhere district within Somalia's Gedo region. Jubbaland regional forces quietly slipped back into the district headquarters, reclaiming control after federal government troops departed under the veil of night. It’s a development that leaves one pondering: What really happened to prompt this calculated withdrawal? The reasons for the federal forces' exit stay shrouded in mystery, hinting at complex underlying tensions.…

A federal judge has issued a temporary injunction against the Trump administration’s recent attempt to freeze federal grants, loans, and other forms of financial assistance. This decision came at the behest of Democratic state attorneys general from 22 states and the District of Columbia, who argued that implementing this Republican policy could jeopardize vital government-funded services. US District Judge John McConnell, based in Providence, Rhode Island, delivered the ruling following extensive legal arguments. Despite…

In a whirlwind of political drama, a federal judge threw a wrench into President Donald Trump’s recent endeavor to put a halt on federal funding. On Tuesday, amidst a sea of back-and-forth legal motions, U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan stepped in, temporarily stalling Trump's administration from proceeding with this sweeping financial freeze. It was a day marked by chaos and high stakes—the kind that paints a vivid picture of modern-day political intrigue. You might wonder: why not simply proceed with the president's…

In a bold and controversial maneuver, President Donald Trump has offered a significant number of federal employees a choice: leave their positions in exchange for eight months of severance pay. This audacious proposal marks one of the most radical attempts to reshape government operations since he took office. Inspired, it seems, by the unyielding management strategies of tech mogul Elon Musk, Trump’s plan follows an earlier directive to freeze federal funding. Critics quickly decried this action as unconstitutional,…

In a significant setback for Donald Trump’s administration, a federal judge has decisively thwarted the former president's attempt to limit birthright citizenship in the United States. The ruling marks a notable victory for more liberal states, standing against the backdrop of Trump’s rigorous policies that many have deemed controversial. The decision, issued by U.S. District Judge John Coughenour, puts a temporary 14-day pause on enforcing one of the more contentious executive orders the former president enacted shortly…

AXADLE, Somalia - In a landscape of arid plains and hopeful hearts, Northeastern State's Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Ubah Abdirashid Mohamed Hersi, has raised a storm of protest against what she perceives as a diplomatic slap in the face by Somalia’s Federal Government. This bout is about the deliberate omission of regional powers in the crucial act of distributing food aid, and it feels personal. As the merciless sun rose over Bosaso on a typical Saturday, Minister Ubah took to the stage with…

FILE - Mohamud Aydid Dirir, Northeastern State's Minister of Information, making waves during a public address.Kismayo (AX) - In a tale as old as time, the clash between Northeastern State and the federal government of Somalia has rekindled, this time over a torrent of words unleashed by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre. The Prime Minister, in a recent display of commendation, hailed Northeastern State’s military forces for their valiant anti-ISIS operations in the rugged terrains of the Bari region. However, what was…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a bold display of solidarity and resolve, the Somali federal government has thrown its weight behind the ongoing military efforts against ISIS militants nestled in the rocky terrains of Northeastern State's Bari region. The resolve resonates not only in words but in a united heartbeat across the nation. Deputy Minister of Information, Abdirahman Yusuf Al-Adala, took to social media to commend the unyielding spirit of the Northeastern State security forces. Like a town crier from a bygone era, he used…

In a remarkable twist of events that has stirred ripples across the Hiiran region, the Somali federal government forces have triumphantly reclaimed the reins of local power. They have officially taken charge of the Hiiran regional administration centers, not just the bustling district of Beledweyne but also the strategic Lamagalaay military camp—a bastion held by the Hiiran State administration for the past year. It's as if they swooped in like knights in shining armor, ready to bring a whirlwind of change. The handover…

A Fresh Push Against Al-Shabaab in Beledweyne The air in Beledweyne is buzzing with anticipation of change as a high-level group from the Somali Federal Government touches down with a mission. This delegation is spearheaded by Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloolshe, the head honcho of the Somali National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), and Dahir Shire Mohamed, the venerable Minister of Petroleum. Their rendezvous aims to ramp up operations against the notorious Al-Shabaab militants, who have long disrupted peace in the…