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In Nairobi, the ex-Somali Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Isse Awad, slammed the Somali government for snubbing talks with Ethiopia over the disputed Memorandum of Understanding with North Western of Somalia. Awad criticized the government for rejecting proposed meetings with Kenya, Djibouti, and other nations to address the Ethiopia-North Western of Somalia deal. He urged Somalia to engage diplomatically with Ethiopia to nullify the agreement and restore good relations between the two countries. Awad accused Ethiopia…

In Mogadishu, Somali PM Hamza Abdi Barre met with Anders Hall, State Secretary of the Swedish Ministry of Justice. Barre and Mr. Hall talked about strengthening the ties between Somalia and Sweden in various beneficial areas. Barre commended Sweden for its support and encouraged more contribution to Somalia's development and democratization efforts. Mr. Hall praised the Somali government's firm stand against international terrorism and recognized progress in security against the Kharijites. Sweden, a major donor to…

In a noteworthy development, the Environment & Climate Change Minister of Northeastern State, Somalia, Mohamed Abdirahman, recently met with Czech researchers to discuss biodiversity studies. The Czech delegation, including researchers specializing in mammals, reptiles, and plant species, expressed their interest in extending their research to Northeastern State. They shared their findings from previous studies in Somalia and highlighted the importance of studying rare reptile species to maintain ecological balance.…

In Mogadishu, Somalia's Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi Ahmed had a meeting with UN's Deputy Special Representative, Mr. Raisedon Zenenga. They discussed the progress in security and politics and the cooperation between Somalia and the UN. The meeting focused on creating a joint technical committee from Somalia and the UN to work on the transition process towards a UN country office. This collaboration aims to enhance the relationship between the Federal Government of Somalia and the United Nations. Recently, UN…

Northeastern State's Information Minister, Mohamud Aydid Dirir, is facing backlash for his recent comments regarding Southwest State in Somalia. Describing the region as an "Ethiopian protectorate" on social media has sparked anger and criticism from various sources. The statement has caused a stir among the region's leaders and the general public, with many taking to social media to condemn it as disrespectful and misleading. This controversy arises shortly after the National Consultative Council meeting in Mogadishu,…

Ethiopia's Prime Minister, Abiy Ahmed, has reorganized his cabinet amidst ongoing conflicts. The reshuffle affects key roles in Defence and Irrigation. Aisha Mohammad now heads Defence, and Abraham Belay is now in charge of Irrigation and Lowland. Mohammad Indris is now the Minister of State at the Coordination Center for Democracy Building. These changes are effective May 21, 2024, announced by the Office of the Prime Minister. Abiy Ahmed took office in 2018 and has become a key leader in the Horn of Africa. Ayisha…

Israeli cabinet minister Benny Gantz is ready to quit if Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu doesn't set a post-war plan for Gaza by June 8. Gantz wants six strategic goals, including ending Hamas rule and setting up an international civilian administration in Gaza. Gantz warned Netanyahu against leading the nation astray by choosing fanaticism over national interests. Netanyahu, however, dismissed Gantz's words, labeling them as defeatist. The political split over the war's direction intensifies as fighting continues in…

In Manama, Bahrain, Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre met with Dr. Abdul Latif Rashid, the President of Iraq, to discuss strengthening their countries' relationship. They also talked about enhancing cooperation in security and exchanging experiences in that field. The meeting focused on mutual interests in security, economy, culture, education, and health, aiming to benefit both nations. Prime Minister Barre highlighted the longstanding relationship between Somalia and Iraq, united in combating terrorist groups within…

Abdulrahman Al-Rassi led the Saudi delegation in a meeting of Arab ministers in Bahrain to show support for Somalia. The Deputy Minister for International Multilateral Affairs of Saudi Arabia participated in discussions about Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity being threatened. The group emphasized the need for Arab countries to work together on common issues and to uphold the sovereignty of nations in accordance with international laws. Those present included Abdulaziz Al-Matar, Saudi Arabia’s Permanent…

Somalia's PM meets with US special envoy for the Horn of Africa in Nairobi. The region faces instability due to violent extremism, especially with Al-Shabaab and IS-Somalia. Sudan, South Sudan, and Ethiopia are also struggling with civil wars, making the area insecure for trade and investment. During the meeting, PM Barre and Ambassador Hammer discussed mutual interests and strengthening partnerships with the US. The US is a key ally in security and development efforts in Somalia. They explored avenues to enhance…