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Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Harris has announced the successful evacuation of 15 Irish citizens from Israel, amid ongoing tensions in the region. Mr. Harris stated in a recent press release that these individuals were evacuated through operations coordinated by Austria, and they are expected to return to Ireland shortly. The situation intensified as the United States joined Israel in military actions against Iran, targeting three critical nuclear facilities overnight. Israel launched these attacks…

Urgent Call to Somali Nationals in Iran Amid Rising Tensions Ankara (AX) – Amid growing hostilities between Iran and Israel, the Somali Embassy in Turkey has made an important announcement: it is urging Somali nationals currently residing in Iran to reach out. This outreach is especially critical for those who may wish to leave the country during these uncertain times. In a recent statement shared on their official Facebook page, the Somali Embassy expressed, “The Embassy of the Federal…

Egyptian authorities have recently deported multiple foreign nationals who traveled to Egypt to participate in a pro-Palestinian march, with many more facing potential deportation, according to organizers as well as sources from the airport and security teams. This week, hundreds gathered in Egypt for the Global March to Gaza, a notable international initiative designed to advocate for an end to the Israeli blockade of the Palestinian enclave and to raise awareness of the ongoing humanitarian crisis there. As one organizer…

Somalis Among Nationals Banned from Entering the US WASHINGTON - In a move that has stirred conversation across the globe, US President Donald Trump has enacted a decree barring nationals from 12 countries, including Somalia, from entering the United States. The administration stands firm, declaring, "We’re protecting our nationals from foreign terrorists." Since the early 1990s, many Somalis sought sanctuary in the United States, escaping the clutches of insecurity, governance…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently voiced serious concerns regarding the involvement of hundreds of Chinese nationals fighting alongside Russian forces at the frontline in Ukraine. He accused Moscow of dragging China into its ongoing invasion, a claim that raises significant geopolitical implications. During a meeting with military leaders from allied nations in Brussels, Zelensky stated, "As of now, we have information that at least several hundred Chinese nationals are fighting as part of Russia's occupation…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently brought to light a concerning development: hundreds of Chinese nationals are reportedly engaged in combat at the frontlines alongside Russian forces. This assertion raises significant questions about Russia's strategies and its implications for international relations. "As of now, we have information that at least several hundred Chinese nationals are fighting as part of Russia's occupation forces," Mr. Zelensky stated during a meeting in Brussels with military leaders from…

Somali Government Grapples with Assisting Deported Citizens in Panama Mogadishu (AX) ― The challenges of providing diplomatic support from afar are exacerbated by recent events. The Somali government finds itself in a quandary, navigating the complexities of aiding its citizens reportedly stranded in Panama after deportation from the United States. Is there a viable path forward? And how can it protect its nationals so far from home? The group in question is among the many individuals recently deported from the U.S.,…

Mogadishu (AX) – In a significant move towards securing justice for its citizens abroad, the Somali government is campaigning diligently to revoke the death sentences handed down to nearly 40 Somali nationals incarcerated in Saudi Arabia. This endeavor aims to provide essential legal safeguards for Somalis globally. On a hopeful Friday, Hassan Moalim, Somalia's Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, shared promising news. He held a series of discussions with the Saudi Ambassador to Somalia, centering on…

Mogadishu (AX) – It was an ordinary morning in Garowe when the news broke. The atmosphere, typically buzzing with the cadence of daily life, took on an air of urgency. This change emanated from a single pronouncement by Northeastern State’s regional President, Said Abdullahi Deni. Why now, and what prompted this decisive action, you might ask? In response to unsettling reports of foreign nationals finding their way into ISIS-Somalia, Deni decreed a stringent crackdown on illegal immigration. The influx, he warned, could no…

Northeastern State's Major Security Move: A Bold Stance Against ISIS AXADLE, Somalia - In a decisive move steeped in urgency and strategic foresight, Northeastern State—an autonomous region famed for its resilient people nestled in Somalia's northeast—has placed a strict embargo on the ingress of undocumented foreigners. This bold enactment closely follows a military operation, marked by blood and grit, where Northeastern State's troops clashed with and eradicated…