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Al-Shabaab Bomb Maker Sentenced to Life in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia — In a decisive move aimed at curbing extremism, a military court in Somalia has imposed a life sentence on an al-Shabaab bomb maker. Convicted of crafting devastating Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Devices (VBIEDs), his actions have caused immeasurable suffering across the nation. This sentencing is an integral part of a comprehensive strategy to dismantle the militant group, notorious for their relentless attacks on civilians, security…

In the realm of international diplomacy and regional security, instances of cross-border incidents often serve as a poignant reminder of the fragility and complexity of geopolitical relationships. Such is the scenario that unfolded recently when authorities in Somalia returned two rifles to their Kenyan counterparts. These rifles, a G3 and an AK47, were seized from a Kenyan police officer who tragically lost his life in an ambush at a security post near the Kenya-Somalia border in Mandera County. This incident, a stark…

Northeastern State Court Issues Verdict: Justice for Assaulted Yemeni Child Location: Garowe, Somalia In the heart of Garowe—a bustling city thriving with the vibrant energy of Northeastern State, Somalia—a poignant story unfolds, one that echoes the profound impact of justice within a community. This narrative roots itself in an incident that shook the residents of this city, bringing to light the vulnerable position of refugee families and the…

On a pivotal Friday, France ceremoniously transferred control of two military installations to Senegal. It was a move that marked the dawning of a new chapter in relations between these historically linked nations, illuminating the phased conclusion of French military presence within this vibrant West African state. "As per the joint commission's decision," declared the French embassy statement shared on its website, "the French authorities handed the facilities and residences located in the…

Kismayo (AX) — In a significant turn of events, a military tribunal in Jubaland on Monday handed clan elder Hassan Mahamud Salah a five-year prison sentence, finding him guilty of conspiring with the militant faction Al-Shabaab. The case highlights the ongoing struggle against terrorism in the region. Presiding over the case, Colonel Abdullahi Mahamud Ibrahim pronounced the verdict, articulating the court's unwavering position on affiliations with Al-Shabaab. "This is a cautionary tale for those who dare to aid terrorist…

In the heart of Nairobi, Kenya's Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua spoke to lawmakers before they voted on his impeachment at the Parliament buildings on October 8, 2024. Photo by REUTERS/Monicah Mwangi/File. On Friday, Kenya's high court decided that the impeachment case against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua should go to the Chief Justice for further examination. The vote came in on Tuesday, with parliament deciding to impeach Gachagua on 11 charges. These included accusations of personal enrichment and inciting…

Chadian authorities on Monday handed over a former Central African militia leader to the International Criminal Court on suspicion of war crimes and crimes against humanity, the Hague-based court announced.…

"The power of my hands" brings together 16 artists, only women and only from Portuguese-speaking or English-speaking countries, which are almost never shown in France. An original exhibition in more ways than one at the Museum of Modern Art in Paris. Painting, embroidery, photography or ceramics, neither evoke everyday life or the woman's history, intimate or more political issues. Odile Burluraux is one of the exhibitors' curators. “One of the goals of the exhibition is also to bring out what has been hidden,…

At least five Western hostages are still being held captive in the Sahel. Among them the Colombian Gloria Cecilia Argoti, with whom Sophie Pétronin spent most of her captivity, or the Australian Arthur Kenneth Elliot. Back in France, the former French hostage was able to provide news about the health of some other hostages.…