Somalia

Mogadishu (AX) – In a significant leap forward, Somalia has wiped clean a slate of debts stretching back 35 years with the United Nations, as announced by the government on a noteworthy Monday. The air in Mogadishu hummed with a sense of triumph, and rightly so. Foremost in delivering this groundbreaking news was Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi. In conversation with the Somali National News Agency, Fiqi couldn't hide his pride, reflecting the sentiment of a nation that has long awaited such a moment. "This…

Somalia: Northeastern State Forces Seize ISIS Bomb-Making Facility Report By Ali Musa, Axadle Times International–Monitoring October 23, 2023 BOSASO, Somalia In a sweeping victory, Northeastern State's defense forces took decisive action, securing the precarious town of Sheebaab and its neighboring areas, straddling the Almiskaad mountains in Somalia's Bari region. This marks a strategic win in their relentless fight against…

Somali-UAE Relations Under Scrutiny After North Western State of Somalia Invitation In the bustling city of Mogadishu, where the air is tinged with both salt from the Indian Ocean and the persistent call of aspirations for unity, Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi is facing a nuanced diplomatic challenge: a test of relationships and sovereignty linked to a recent invitation extended by the United Arab Emirates. Earlier this month, the World Governments Summit 2025 in Dubai saw an unexpected appearance by President…

Somalia: Unearthing Secrets in Northeastern State — A Blow to ISIS Insurgents By Ali MusaAxadle Times International–Monitoring BOSASO, Somalia — In a chilling discovery, the rolling landscapes of Cal-Miskaad mountains have divulged their dark secrets. Several mass graves have emerged, painting a grim picture of ISIS's waning strength in the Northeastern State region. These freshly concealed burial sites, unveiled by the vigilant Northeastern State…

The Weight of Justice: Navigating Accountability in North Western State of Somalia In the quiet town of Gabiley, North Western State of Somalia, a landmark decision by the military court reverberates through the community. Recently, Salah Isaaq, a local rickshaw driver, was sentenced to death by a First-Degree Military Court. His crime? The fatal shooting of Buuh Mowlid Ismail, an officer belonging to North Western State of Somalia’s Road Transport Forces, following a heated…

MOGADISHU, Somalia - On a cloudless morning, defense heads from Ethiopia and Somalia reached a landmark consensus that could shift the region’s dynamics. They have sanctioned the deployment of Ethiopian soldiers into the African Union's latest undertaking, the AUSSOM mission. The discussions, permeated with a cautious optimism and underscored by a joint communiqué released on Sunday, also saw them promising to draft a detailed Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) aimed at delineating the operations of these bilateral forces…

Military Diplomacy in Somalia: A Visit with Intent MOGADISHU, Somalia — Modern diplomacy sometimes unfolds far from the gilded halls of embassies, finding its stage amidst the sands of complex regions. On a wholly unpredictable Sunday, Ethiopia's army chief, Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, descended upon Mogadishu with an air of quiet determination. But what goal lies beneath this curtain of spontaneity? Accompanying Birhanu was Redwan…

Hargeisa (AX) – In the bustling heart of North Western State of Somalia's capital, Hargeisa, a new movement is unfolding. As the sun creeps over the horizon, the bustling markets and narrow streets begin to swell with activity. There’s perhaps an unnoticed rhythm to the city’s awakening—a blend of smells, sounds, and an intertwining of languages and cultures. Yet, amid this lively tapestry, a deeper narrative is emerging. Just as groups connect through shared…

FILE PHOTO Mogadishu (AX) — In the intricate web of international relations, two neighboring nations, Ethiopia and Somalia, have taken a significant step forward, fostering their military collaboration within the framework of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). Imagine a vivid tapestry, each thread representing the nuanced, complex layers of diplomacy and defense strategy. Here, the threads intertwine to form a Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA), setting the stage for…

In a meeting that underscores evolving geopolitical dynamics in the Horn of Africa, Maj. Gen. Nim’an Yusuf Osman, North Western State of Somalia’s military chieftain, engaged in strategic dialogues with Lt. Gen. Eisa Saif Mohammed Al Mazrouei, the Chief of Staff of the UAE Armed Forces. Their discussions centered on military cooperation and fostering robust security partnerships. But what does this mean for the region? Is it the harbinger of newfound alliances or simply another chapter in the storied interaction between…