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Czechia is on the cusp of advancing to the knockout phase of Euro 2024. Victory against Turkiye is essential. However, they face this critical match without their leading marksman. The squad's mentor, Ivan Hasek, expressed confidence in the bench's ability to fill the void left by Patrik Schick for the crucial Tuesday showdown. Schick, who recently topped his nation's scoring chart at the Euros, suffered an injury post-goal against Georgia, casting doubt on his availability for the concluding Group F clash. "Patrik's been…

After two matches in the European Championship, England finds itself in a position many teams would kill for. Yet, their performance lacks the flair to dream of lifting the trophy.A 1-1 stalemate with Denmark on Thursday – remember, Denmark reached the semifinals last time – leaves England unbeaten and virtually set for the knockout stages.But it was also a sloppy, error-stuffed showing that had coach Gareth Southgate frantically waving at his players for handing Denmark late opportunities. “We didn’t click today, and that's…

In his address, Deni issued a stern caution against schemes designed to seize control of the constitution and the nation to serve a select few."Northeastern State is alerting everyone to the manipulation by the country's government," Deni remarked.He highlighted that as government bodies adhere to legal norms, Northeastern State is acting within the authority bestowed by its own constitution and that of the Federal framework.Deni's announcement trails the Federal Government's fresh decree this week, which lifted the freeze…

In an interview, Ali shared that just mere days before the Cowswayne clash, Al-Shabaab bigwigs reached out to the government, signaling their readiness to lay down arms. However, the scenario flipped profoundly when the skirmish kicked off, resulting in notable losses for government troops. "Weeks before Cowswayne, intel came in about top Al-Shabaab figures extending an olive branch to the government, willing to discuss surrender. Sadly, missteps were made by the military," Ali noted. The national security adviser further…

Somalia Security Transition MOGADISHU, Somalia - According to an ex-top military officer, the Somali National Army (SNA) and police are well-prepared to handle security duties as foreign troops exit. He emphasized the solid investments securing the nation's stability. The Somali Transition Plan (STP) stipulates the departure of all African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) troops once put into action. ATMIS has already initiated withdrawing its personnel from Somalia. General Dahir Aden Elmi, the ex-chief…

Somalia to Join UN Security Council in Landmark Move NEW YORK - Somalia is primed to secure a coveted spot as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council, signaling a crucial step forward for a nation that has been grappling with turmoil and political strife for three decades. Leading the charge is Ahmed Fiqi, Somalia's Foreign Affairs minister, who spearheads the delegation presently in New York, overseeing the crucial voting proceedings. This pursuit has been on Somalia's agenda since Kenya's accession to the…

UNITED NATIONS - Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama, and Somalia are poised to snag seats on the U.N. Security Council. These decisions will be made through a covert ballot in the General Assembly on Thursday. The assembly, which consists of 193 nations, will cast votes to appoint five countries to fill two-year roles on the council. The council, housing 15 seats, has 10 allocated for members with limited terms, chosen by regional clusters. Most of the time, regions settle on their picks, although there are occasional…

Somalia is preparing for its second stint on the Security Council, a role it last held in the early 1970s. The African Union has thrown its weight behind Somalia's candidacy. This support was solidified at the AU Executive Council's 44th Ordinary Session in February 2024, where Somalia was unanimously chosen as the African representative, prompting other countries like Mauritius and Madagascar to withdraw their bids. Somalia's campaign focuses on conflict prevention, sustainable development, and providing humanitarian aid…

Borussia Dortmund is aiming for their first Champions League title since 1997, going up against Real Madrid, who are serial champions. Edin Terzic is confident that Dortmund can beat Real Madrid in the Champions League final at Wembley on Saturday. Madrid has won all eight finals they have played since 1992, claiming five Champions League titles in the past decade. Terzic believes records are meant to be shattered but underscores the need for Dortmund to deliver an exceptional performance. He emphasized the importance of…

Wolves are pushing to eliminate VAR from the Premier League starting in 2024-25, with a vote scheduled for next month. Premier League teams will decide whether to do away with VAR next season after a proposal from Wolves sparked discussions about its use since the 2019-20 season debut. The controversial decisions have heated up debates around the system. Wolves faced unjust rulings from the start, notably missing a penalty in their opening game against Manchester United due to a refereeing error. Their latest clash with…