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Mortar Attacks Close to Somalia's Presidential Palace Claim Lives and Devastate Many MOGADISHU, Somalia — As dawn broke over the vibrant city of Mogadishu on a seemingly ordinary Saturday, tragedy struck unexpectedly. Mortar shells descended upon several districts of the bustling capital, punctuating the morning stillness with chaos and sorrow. These attacks tragically claimed the lives of two individuals, including a bright-eyed 12-year-old girl full of dreams, and left five others nursing…

Mortar Attack Near Somalia Presidential Palace Wounds At Least Six MOGADISHU, Somalia - On a day clouded with anxiety and uncertainty, the ceaseless echoes of conflict reverberated through Mogadishu's streets. At least six individuals found themselves in the heart of tragedy, wounded when mortar shells descended upon residential quarters nestled close to Somalia's presidential palace. This historic seat of leadership houses pivotal figures, including the esteemed president, the insightful prime minister, and the dedicated…

General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the chief of Sudan’s armed forces, recently made a noteworthy visit to the president's palace in Khartoum, which has been retaken from the grips of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) following nearly two years of intense conflict. In a confident declaration, Burhan proclaimed the capital "free," marking a significant milestone in the ongoing struggle. "Khartoum is free, it's done," Burhan stated clearly during a televised broadcast, summing up a multi-day operation aimed at…

In recent developments in East Africa, the Somali government has warmly acknowledged the Sudanese Armed Forces’ successful takeover of the presidential palace in Khartoum. This event marks a pivotal moment in Sudan's journey to reclaim sovereignty after enduring two challenging years of civil unrest with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Reflecting on this momentous occasion, Somalia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a heartfelt statement on Friday. They highlighted the solidarity and sacrifices made…

In an unfolding drama that feels like a scene from a complex novel, the Sudanese army announced a significant win on a recent Friday. This event took place in the heart of Sudan’s bustling capital, Khartoum. The army declared they had seized control of the Presidential Palace—a location steeped in symbolism—and a battlefront in a two-yearlong conflict with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). This milestone was reported by the reliable Reuters. The genesis of this conflict can be…

On a momentous day that will likely be etched into the annals of Sudanese history, members of the Sudanese army captured footage of themselves standing triumphantly inside the hallowed halls of the presidential palace. The date, March 21, 2025, is set against the backdrop of Khartoum, a city whose heart pulses with the mingled rhythm of unrest and hope. This screengrab, sourced from social media and shared by REUTERS, provides a raw glimpse of the aftermath as the army declared control over this emblematic site.…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - On a Friday evening, beneath the darkening sky, the presidential guards stationed at Villa Somalia found themselves confronting an unexpected mechanical intruder. With a hum resonating overhead, an unauthorized drone zoomed over the president's official residence, casting shadows of uncertainty and potential peril. Two drones were actually sighted; although the security team's keen eyes quickly locked onto and neutralized one, the origins of these rogue devices remain shrouded in mystery. The prompt and…

Ethiopian Embassy Shift from Presidential Palace in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia - The Ethiopian embassy in Somalia is gearing up for a shift from the highly guarded confines of the presidential abode. This decision, according to Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, the Foreign Affairs minister, comes at a time when the ties between these neighboring nations hit a rough patch, following a contentious agreement between Addis Ababa and North Western State of Somalia. Presently, the embassy snugly sits within Mogadishu's presidential premises.…

At least three rockets landed near the Afghan presidential palace on Tuesday as the country's leader Ashraf Ghani held outdoor prayers with top officials to mark the beginning of the Muslim Eid al-Adha holiday. Although there was no immediate claim of responsibility, it was the first rocket attack on Kabul since the Taliban…

The French Development Agency (AFD) will provide 35 million euros, or almost 23 billion CFA francs, for the rehabilitation of the famous royal palaces in Abomey and for the construction of a new museum according to international standards planned to accommodate the 26 works that France is preparing to return to Benin by the end of 2021.…