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Jimmy Carter is rejoicing in his centenary, marking a remarkable milestone as the only president in U.S. history to reach the age of 100. The former peanut farmer will commemorate this special occasion in the cozy home that he and his late wife, Rosalynn, built in Plains, Georgia, during the vibrant 1960s. Returning to his roots, Mr. Carter brought the postal service back to this quaint town, which boasts a close-knit community of around 600 residents. He has stayed an enduring and beloved figure there ever since. According…

Somalia Challenges Ethiopia's Red Sea Ambitions MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has voiced strong opposition to Ethiopia's moves toward the Red Sea, accusing Ethiopia of aiming for military control under the guise of seeking port access.   This firm stance follows a controversial accord between Ethiopia and North Western State of Somalia. The deal grants Ethiopia access to the Red Sea, recognizing North Western State of Somalia's sovereignty, which Somalia views as a direct threat to its…

Egypt's Military Aid to Somalia Steers Clear of Regional Rivalry: El-Sisi Cairo — President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi clarified that Egypt’s aid to Somalia is driven by a genuine desire to help restore stability to a nation plagued by decades of turmoil, not by regional animosities, particularly with Ethiopia. "Listen, our support for Somalia isn’t tied to Ethiopia whatsoever. We want to help them emerge from three decades of chaos," El-Sisi stated to esteemed guests at a police academy graduation ceremony on Sunday. The…

The Israeli Defense Forces have reported the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, allegedly following a targeted attack in Beirut, Lebanon’s capital. "Hassan Nasrallah has been pronounced deceased," announced military spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani via X platform. Additionally, Captain David Avraham, another military spokesman, confirmed to AFP that the Hezbollah chief was "neutralized" after the airstrikes on Beirut that occurred a day prior. So far, Hezbollah, backed by Iran, has remained silent…

In a significant move, President Joe Biden has unveiled over $8 billion in military aid aimed at assisting Ukraine in its struggle against Russian aggression. This announcement coincided with a visit from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, marking a pivotal moment in the U.S.'s commitment to supporting Ukraine's defense efforts. The package features the debut shipment of a precision-guided glide bomb, known as the Joint Standoff Weapon (JSOW), which boasts an impressive range of up to 130 kilometers. This medium-range…

The North African state didn't detail their aid, but it's geared towards bolstering the Somali army, honoring Egypt's commitments under a military collaboration agreement from August. That deal surfaced after Ethiopia, a landlocked country, planned to officially acknowledge North Western State of Somalia's independence from Somalia, declared 30 years ago, in exchange for port access and a military base on the Gulf of Aden. Somalia, viewing North Western State of Somalia as its own, rejected the offer. Last month, Egypt…

NAIROBI, Kenya - Amidst escalating tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia regarding breaches of sovereignty, Addis Ababa has firmly opposed Egypt’s involvement in Somalia’s peacekeeping mission, sowing further discord. Somalia has thrown its support behind Egypt to lead the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), which is set to supplant the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) come January 2025, effectively excluding Ethiopia from the framework. Tarekegn Bululta, Ethiopia's State…

Egypt's Tactical Maneuvering in Somalia Sparks New Strains with Ethiopia NAIROBI, Kenya - Egypt's recent military actions in Somalia, characterized by the deployment of troops and substantial military aid, have notably escalated tensions with Ethiopia. The longstanding feud over the Nile River's water resources, particularly the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), lies at the heart of this discord. This move by Egypt seemingly aims to counterbalance Ethiopia's expanding clout in the Horn of Africa, possibly leveraging…

Egyptian Military Cargo Ship Anchors in Somalia Amidst Horn of Africa Turbulence MOGADISHU, Somalia - Over the weekend, an Egyptian military cargo vessel docked along the Somali coast, as confirmed by various insiders. This arrival comes shortly after Egypt reaffirmed its pledge to uphold Somalia's sovereignty and territorial cohesion. The vessel purportedly offloaded an extensive consignment of heavy artillery and anti-tank weaponry, constituting the largest military aid dispatch to Somalia since the UN lifted its arms…

General Michael Langley, the head of US Africa Command (AFRICOM), touched down in the States on Monday after finishing up his East Africa swing through Kenya and Somalia. A prominent US Marine Corps leader has committed to ongoing investments in Africa's security frameworks. General Langley, helming AFRICOM, emphasized that, in an increasingly intricate security landscape, the United States stands as a reliable ally dedicated to assisting African nations in forging their own path toward lasting peace and security. Gen…