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Somalia's Call for Peace and Dialogue in South Sudan Mogadishu (AX) – With the hum of technology bridging nations, the virtual realm played host to the 43rd Extraordinary Assembly of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), convened to address a crisis that sees no borders—the ongoing security and political turmoil in South Sudan. On Wednesday, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud turned the spotlight towards peace, once more affirming Somalia's unyielding dedication to regional tranquility. In this…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a world often fraught with challenges and uncertainties, there are moments that make us pause and reflect. The recent tragic attack on the Qahira Hotel in Beledweyne serves as one such moment. A location bustling with life became the unfortunate site of a grievous assault, costing the lives of six individuals, including both civilians and valiant military officers. Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed addressed the nation with heartfelt sincerity following the attack. Through his…

Northeastern State's Economic Resilience: An Address by President Said Abdullahi Deni In a stirring address that has resonated throughout Northeastern State, President Said Abdullahi Deni announced a decisive shift in the region's stance on businesses claiming coercion as a pretext for making payments to the Islamic State (ISIS). From this point forward, the administration has vowed to dismantle such financial channels. With a tone underscored by determination, President Deni remarked, "No businessperson will have the…

MOGADISHU, Somalia — In a remarkable twist of political drama, a faction of lawmakers from Northeastern State, a semi-autonomous state within Somalia, has called for President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to step down. Their words? A blistering critique that paints his administration as “a disgrace,” faulting it for failures in both national security and foreign policy. The escalating rhetoric echoes a collective frustration simmering beneath the surface. Imagine a nation wrestling with the relentless threat…

Summit in Abu Dhabi: Strengthening Bonds Between Nations In the heart of Abu Dhabi, a meeting of significance unfolded. The gateway that connects the Middle East with Africa grew wider as two leaders came together to discuss the future of their countries. The United Arab Emirates President, Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, warmly welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud during a strategic working visit that took place on a serene Monday morning. The setting was nothing short of grand—a…

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Acknowledges Religious Scholars as Pillars of Stability in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia In an eloquent gathering over Iftar dinner, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud reached out to religious scholars, lauding their indispensable contributions to nation-building and cementing Somalia's stability. The backdrop of the presidential palace seemed fitting for his heartfelt words, delivered on a Sunday that intertwined tradition with a modern state agenda. The president's message…

Amid Tensions, Somali President Makes An Unexpected Visit to the UAE In a move that caught many by surprise, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud embarked on a sudden journey to the United Arab Emirates on a seemingly ordinary Monday. This unscheduled visit follows closely on the heels of a diplomatic discord that unfurled just days earlier. The reason? The UAE extended an invitation to North Western State of Somalia's leader, Abdirahman Irro, to attend the prestigious World Government Summit in Dubai. An…

Mark Carney's journey to the precipice of Canadian politics is as striking as it is unconventional. Born near the Arctic in Fort Smith, Northwest Territories, he's not your typical politician. Instead, he’s a seasoned leader who has commanded the central banks of two major economies: Canada and the United Kingdom. And now, he stands poised to become Canada's next prime minister, despite never having set foot in parliament. It's a narrative that defies expectations and resonates with those who believe in the possibility of…

If you listen closely to the quiet whispers of Garowe, there is a transformative energy stirring—a palpable shift etched in the bold directives of Northeastern State’s President, Said Abdullahi Deni. It is not often that leaders meet the crossroads of security and diplomacy with such determined resolve, but, as history unfolds, it seems President Deni is crafting a narrative infused with both rigor and reconciliation. Imagine sitting among the sable-clad traditional elders of Bari, each line on their faces a testament to…

Edited By Ali Musa Axadle Times International–Monitoring Mogadishu (AX) — It was a late afternoon when an operation unfolded with precision in the El Ba'ad area of the Middle Shabelle region, altering the course of events for the notorious group, Al-Shabaab. Somali forces, alongside international allies, achieved a significant milestone through a targeted airstrike that ended the life of Yusuf Dhegnaas, a senior Al-Shabaab figure. This development marks a determined stride in an ongoing strategic campaign to weaken the…