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Somalia Grants US Sole Command over Airports and Harbors

A Crossroad of Decisions: Somalia’s Offer to the United States Standing at a pivotal juncture, Somalia has extended a proposal to the United States. In an unexpected move, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud addressed an evocative letter to President Donald Trump, marking a new chapter in the Horn of Africa's geo-political landscape. Revealed on a typical Friday afternoon via a reliable source, Reuters, the letter sparked…

Somalia Grants U.S. Access to Strategic Bases Amidst Federal Conflicts and Local Opposition

MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a confidential letter uncovered recently, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud made an audacious offer to the then U.S. President Donald Trump. The proposal, which is nothing short of groundbreaking, seeks to grant exclusive operational control to the U.S. over crucial military airbases and key ports in Somalia. But is it a move towards strengthening bilateral ties, or does it open Pandora's box of internal strife? This letter, penned on March 16, 2025, outlines an invitation for the U.S.…

Somalia Grants U.S. Exclusive Rights to Strategic Bases and Ports

Somalia's Strategic Offer to the United States In a significant diplomatic move, Somalia has proposed an offer to the United States, granting it exclusive access to crucial air bases and seaports. This proposition was detailed in a letter from President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud addressed to President Donald Trump, as confirmed by a regional diplomat privy to the matter. The proposed agreement includes air bases in Balidogle and Berbera, alongside the ports of Berbera and Bosaso. Reuters reported on the…

Trump Grants Boeing Contract for New U.S. Fighter Jet Development

Today, US President Donald Trump has officially awarded Boeing the contract to develop the Air Force's most advanced fighter jet—a significant triumph for the company at a pivotal moment. The Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program is set to replace Lockheed Martin's F-22 Raptor with a crewed aircraft designed to operate in tandem with drones. While the specifics of the aircraft's design remain a closely guarded secret, it is anticipated to feature stealth capabilities, advanced sensors, and state-of-the-art engines.…

Somalia Grants Contracts for Significant Road Enhancements in Mogadishu

NAIROBI, Kenya (AX) — In a move aimed at breathing new life into Mogadishu's arterial roads, Somalia has inked contracts with four top-tier construction firms. These agreements, part of an ambitious infrastructural facelift, underscore a pivotal step in the nation's quest for economic vitality and development. The bustling Banadir Regional Administration headquarters hosted the signing ceremony on Tuesday. It was here that the intricacies of the Nagaad Project were brought into the limelight, courtesy of the Ministry of…

Biden Grants Pardons to Those Targeted in Trump’s Fallout

In a bold move that echoes through the corridors of power, President Joe Biden has granted preemptive pardons to individuals who found themselves in the crosshairs of former President Donald Trump's ire. This noteworthy gesture includes notable figures such as ex-Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney, the former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Mark Milley, and the nation’s former chief medical advisor during the pandemic, Dr. Anthony Fauci. The pardons extend not only to these prominent politicians but also to all…

Japan Grants Somalia $100 Million in Debt Relief

Nairobi, AX — Somalia's government made waves on Thursday, announcing a significant milestone in their quest for economic stability. They've struck a deal with Japan to wipe out $100 million in debt, a move that aligns with their broader push for economic progress and debt resolution. Somalia's Finance Minister, Bihi Egeh, joined forces in Nairobi with Japanese Deputy Head of Mission Ogihara Hiroshi to seal this landmark arrangement. This act marks a substantial leap in Somalia’s debt cancellation journey. As Finance…

Somali Parliament Grants Approval for $1.36 Billion Budget for the 2025 Fiscal Year

Mogadishu (AX) — The bicameral legislature of Somalia has greenlit a substantial budget of $1.36 billion for the fiscal year 2025, reflecting a robust increase of 24.4% over the previous year. This decision came during a parliamentary session held on Monday in the capital, Mogadishu. In attendance were 143 Members of Parliament and 32 senators. The First Deputy Speaker of the People's Assembly, Saadiya Yasin Haji Samatar, confirmed that an overwhelming majority of 172 lawmakers backed the budget, with only two MPs voting…

US grants Khartoum “sovereign immunity”

This was an expected step after Sudan was removed from the US list of countries supporting terrorism last week. The United States Congress finally granted "sovereign immunity" to Khartoum this Monday, December 21, and voted for financial support for the country. A last-minute text that was voted on Monday evening, December 21,…

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