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Mogadishu (AX) — In a sweeping verdict bound to ripple through digital corridors far and wide, the military tribunal of Northeastern State has handed down prison sentences to two high-profile online personas, raising eyebrows and sparking chatter across media landscapes. Convicted for their alleged ties to the notorious ISIS, Mohamed Yacqub Siyad and Ali Ahmed Ali, known in virtual circles as Iley, face 10 and 5 years in jail, respectively. Intriguingly, these sentences were delivered in absentia, further complicating an…

U.S. Slaps Sanctions on Sudan’s Army Head Over Atrocities KHARTOUM – Rising tensions aren’t uncommon in Sudan's political theater, yet the recent US sanctions against General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the nation’s top military figure, adds a dramatic twist. Mincing no words, Washington has put its foot down, accusing Burhan, the de facto leader pulling the strings from the military perch, of exacerbating a civil conflict that’s dragged on for 21 arduous months. Burhan, etched into the saga of this bloodstained conflict,…

In the heat of Beledweyne’s bustling streets, under the watchful eyes of locals, a defining moment unfolded in a tale as old as time—justice seeking its course against the tide of lawlessness. A Somali Military Court, in a move that sends ripples across the Hiiraan region, handed down 10-year prison sentences to five men on Thursday. Their crime? Brazenly running illicit roadblocks and robbing innocent travelers on a critical highway—a lifeline in this part of the world. These men, apprehended by the vigilant forces of the…

Pompeii, one of the world’s most renowned archaeological sites, is making moves to tackle the increasing issue of overcrowding. Starting now, this iconic UNESCO World Heritage site will limit daily visitors to a maximum of 20,000, a significant step aimed at preserving both the site and the safety of its guests. This innovative measure is part of what officials are calling an "experimental" program, necessitating that each visitor purchase a named ticket. During the summer months, these tickets will be allocated into…

A DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise drone is buzzing in the air. It's just like those now banned from flying within five nautical miles of Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport due to new safety rules from the Somali Civil Aviation Authority.Mogadishu (AX) — In light of heightened security troubles, Somalia's Civil Aviation Authority has grounded all drones within a five-nautical-mile circle around Mogadishu's Aden Abdulle International Airport. This move aims to secure the area and smooth out flight operations at the nation's…

Somalia's Supreme Military Tribunal Delivers Sentence in Soldier's Fatal Shooting Mogadishu (AX) — Today, the Supreme Court of the Armed Forces reached a decisive conclusion regarding two soldiers entangled in a tragic fatal shooting incident that took place earlier this year. Private Mahad Ali Abdi, serving with NISA, faces a death sentence by firing squad for his involvement in the death of Abdiraxmaan Osman Muse. In contrast, Private Bol Adnaan Muse Mohamed has been handed a six-year prison term for his role in the…

Authorities declared a 24-hour curfew in Nigeria's financial hub of Lagos on Tuesday as violence erupted in widespread protests which have shaken cities throughout the nation. Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu introduced solely "vital service suppliers and first responders" would have permission on the road from 1 p.m.…

The Nigerian state authorities in Lagos on Tuesday imposed a curfew across the clock, saying protests towards the police have "degenerated" into violence. .