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MOGADISHU, Somalia - On a typical Sunday in Mogadishu, the Somali government found itself embroiled in a diplomatic quandary, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel put forth a controversial notion. Imagine the audacity: proposing the establishment of a Palestinian state in Saudi Arabia. Could such a suggestion be anything but a "flagrant breach of international law?" Chances are, Somalia wouldn’t think so. In a decisive rebuke, the Foreign Ministry of Somalia issued a statement that carried the weight of an…

Saudi Arabia Rebukes Netanyahu's Proposal on Palestinian State In an intensifying geopolitical landscape, the ever-complex dynamics between Israel and its neighbors have experienced yet another ripple, courtesy of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's remarks that have sparked controversy. On a somber Sunday morning, the Saudi Foreign Ministry issued a firm response to Netanyahu's suggestion, accusing him of attempting to “divert attention” from what they describe as Israel's ongoing "crimes" in Gaza,…

Mogadishu (AX) – In the complex tapestry of international diplomacy, words can weigh heavily, sometimes stirring ripples across distant shores. Recently, an assertion by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has done just that, leaving political waves in its wake. Netanyahu mused about potentially creating a Palestinian state within Saudi territory—a notion that was not met with silence or acquiescence but with a firm reprimand from the Somali government. For those familiar with diplomatic exchanges, was this…

Picture this: a sun-drenched morning in Somalia, a land of resplendent landscapes and cultural riches, where the air buzzes with a spirit of renewal and hope. Against this vibrant backdrop, a meeting unfolded that could very well shape the country’s future like the brushstrokes on a canvas. On Wednesday, Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre sat down with Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, the dynamic Chief Executive of the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD). Their rendezvous was not just a gathering of formal belts and ties but…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a promising stride for Somalia, the nation has forged a significant partnership with Saudi Arabia to turbocharge development initiatives, courtesy of Saudi funding. This pact, inked at the heart of Mogadishu in the Ministry of Finance’s stately headquarters, saw Somalia’s Minister of Finance, Bihi Iman Egeh, and the Saudi Fund for Development’s helmsman, Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, sign on the dotted line with palpable enthusiasm. The significance of this occasion was underscored by Sultan Al-Marshad…

The price tag for Somali pilgrims heading to the Hajj in 2025 has shot up to a whopping $4,604. This price surge reflects the inflating costs of travel and accommodation in Saudi Arabia, as per the Somali Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs. This fee is meant to cover everything from transportation and lodging to the logistics of organizing such a pilgrimage both in Somalia and once they reach the holy land of Saudi Arabia. While officials are making a hullabaloo about their initiatives to offer top-notch services,…

In the bustling city of Riyadh, an urgent summit has convened under the auspices of Saudi Arabia, bringing together voices from across the Arab and Islamic sphere. Among the distinguished attendees is Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who has traveled to Saudi Arabia to address the rising turmoil in Gaza and Lebanon. CREDIT/ Villa Somalia RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AX) — With a backdrop of heightened tension, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud from Somalia touched down in Riyadh this Monday. He joins an assembly of prominent…

General Fayyad al-Ruwaili, the chief of staff for Saudi Arabia's armed forces, is set to make a significant trip to Tehran. His mission? To engage in discussions about defense partnerships with his Iranian counterpart. This information was confirmed by the Iranian Armed Forces General Staff, according to reports in local media. This diplomatic outreach comes on the heels of Donald Trump’s recent election victory, as he prepares to begin his second term as President of the United States in January. Trump has expressed his…

**Mogadishu (AX) — An urgent situation unfolds in Saudi Arabia, where around 50 Somali citizens face capital punishment for alleged drug smuggling. Family members and Somali authorities are fervently seeking clemency, arguing for a reduction of sentences from the grim reality of execution to imprisonment. These individuals, mostly young, initially ventured to Saudi Arabia in search of employment opportunities. They were either coerced or misled into participating in drug trafficking across the Saudi border. Now, with the…

Riyadh (AX) — In a significant move for regional business prospects, Somali Foreign Affairs Minister, Ahmed Maalam Faqi, met with the Saudi Minister of Investment, Eng. Khaled bin Abdul Aziz Al-Falah, in the vibrant heart of Riyadh this Monday. Their goal? To explore investment and trading opportunities that could benefit both Somalia and Saudi Arabia.Engaging in lively dialogue, the ministers outlined sectors teeming with potential for economic collaboration, focusing on Somalia’s abundant resources. "Somalia offers a…