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Ikran Tahlil, a National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) officer, vanished on June 26, 2021. Eyewitnesses saw her entering a vehicle registered to NISA near her residence in Mogadishu’s Abdulaziz district. According to her family, she had been summoned to NISA headquarters. Her disappearance has sparked a media firestorm and political turmoil. In September 2021, NISA stated Ikran had been turned over to the militant group Al-Shabaab, who purportedly killed her. Yet, Al-Shabaab denied it, deepening suspicions of…

Mogadishu (AX) — On Monday, June 10, Somalia will throw down with Botswana in a pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at Estádio do Zimpeto in Maputo, Mozambique. Seeking redemption from a string of lousy outcomes, the Ocean Stars are hungry for their first triumph in Group G. Due to safety issues and shoddy stadium setups, Somalia has been staging its 'home' contests in neighboring Mozambique. Their journey's been rough, with setbacks against Algeria, Uganda, and Mozambique, pushing them to the bottom of the group. In their…

The United Nations' humanitarian wing issued an urgent plea Monday for extra funds to address the fallout from the Gu rains (April-June) in Somalia as dry spells are forecasted soon. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that 10 people lost their lives and 268,359 others were impacted by the rains, which also ravaged crops, public amenities, and other sources of livelihood. “Rapid needs assessments have been deployed in Hirshabelle, Jubaland, and Northeastern State States,"…

In Beijing, Somalia's Foreign Minister encouraged Chinese and Arab investment in key sectors like animal husbandry, agriculture, fisheries, and renewable energy. He emphasized the strong historical and trade ties between China and the Arab world, highlighting Somalia's role as the first East African country to establish diplomatic relations with China. The Minister stressed the importance of cooperation to achieve economic benefits and reiterated Somalia's support for the One China policy. He also condemned Ethiopia's…

North Western of Somalia is eager to finalize a contentious agreement with Ethiopia, hoping to secure recognition as an independent state despite Somalia's strong opposition. Celebrating its unilateral declaration of independence in 1991, North Western of Somalia seeks international recognition while pursuing a deal with Ethiopia. Under the agreement, Ethiopia would recognize North Western of Somalia as independent in exchange for leasing sea access and the construction of a military base. Negotiations are in progress,…

In Mogadishu, the Somali government has officially requested the United Nations to begin planning a shift from a political mission to a development-oriented UN Country Team to foster stability in the nation. The letter dated May 9, 2024, from Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi to the Security Council outlined the strategic shift following discussions between Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, emphasizing a systematic transition to address Somalia's governance and…

In Mogadishu - The Somali administration has urged the termination of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) by October 2024 to secure a spot on the UN Security Council and manage its security independently.Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Mali Fiqi presented a comprehensive letter to the UN Security Council, stating that it is time for a shift in the partnership. "We believe the time has come to move forward to the next stage of our collaboration," Fiqi expressed, calling for a swift closure of the mission at…

Xabi Alonso draws inspiration from Bayer Leverkusen's stumble against Roma in the prior Europa League to fuel their current encounter. Leverkusen aims to rectify their past defeat against Roma as motivation for their upcoming clash. In the previous campaign, Leverkusen fell to Roma in the Europa League semi-finals due to a goalless draw in the second leg, losing the tie 1-0 on aggregate. Nevertheless, significant changes have transpired for Alonso's team, now boasting an exceptional 48-match undefeated streak this season…

The United Nations World Food Program (WFP) is urgently in need of $228 million to amplify its humanitarian operations in Somalia to combat widespread food shortages and malnutrition affecting millions. Securing this funding is crucial for the period spanning from April to September of this year, with a staggering $208 million needed for life-saving interventions. Recent evaluations depict an alarming scenario where approximately 3.4 million individuals will grapple with acute food scarcities between April and June. There…

Paris Saint-Germain faces Borussia Dortmund in the second leg with high hopes of leveraging the home-field advantage for a reversal. Dortmund, led by Niclas Fullkrug, took the lead with a well-timed goal in the first leg match at the Signal Iduna Park against PSG, who failed to capitalize on their possession. However, PSG outclassed both Barcelona and Real Sociedad in previous rounds with away matches in the second leg, making this an unfamiliar scenario for Parisians. Luis Enrique underlines the crucial role of PSG's fans…