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Somali Army's Preparedness Challenged by Al-Shabaab: A Tale of Strength and Struggle MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a statement that echoes defiance and challenges convention, the extremist group Al-Shabaab, aligned with Al-Qaeda, has leveled a bold claim against the Somali National Army (SNA). They assert that the SNA remains inadequately equipped and prepared to challenge them, emphasizing that Al-Shabaab continues to be 'seriously empowered' and ready to face national forces. Al-Shabaab's spokesperson, Ali Dhere,…

Caroline Kennedy, the daughter of the late President John F. Kennedy, has voiced strong objections to the nomination of her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., for the position of Secretary of Health and Human Services. Ahead of his confirmation hearing scheduled for tomorrow, she dispatched a pointed letter to US senators, in which she characterized him as "completely unqualified" for the role. “He is a predator,” she boldly asserted, underlining her concern that his controversial anti-vaccine rhetoric has resulted in tragic…

ADDIS ABABA - The head honcho of the Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF), Field Marshal General Birhanu Jula, contends that standing toe-to-toe with Ethiopia is beyond Somalia's reach. In his perspective, Somalia lacks the prowess and manpower to challenge Ethiopia effectively. During a much-broadcast interview, General Jula minced no words criticizing President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, articulating doubts about his capability to protect Mogadishu from the al-Shabaab insurgents. "He should worry about guarding the sea…

Ten days after the outbreak of Nyiragongo, the consequences are very important. Infrastructure repairs have begun in Goma and alternative solutions are being found, but their rehabilitation is likely to take a long time, as refugees are gradually returning to their city. Work is underway to at least partially restore the water…