Somalia
Somalia’s suspension of UAE accord sparks fierce backlash from federal states
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s Jubaland and Puntland State, along with the self-declared republic of North Western State of Somalia, have…
Sparks
North-Africa
Israel’s recognition of breakaway North Western State of Somalia sparks protests in Mogadishu
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in the capital late Thursday to protest Israel’s recognition of the self-declared Republic…
Somalia
Somalia thanks allies as Israel’s North Western State of Somalia recognition sparks global backlash
Thursday January 1, 2026 MOGADISHU — Somalia’s government on Wednesday thanked its international partners for what it called steadfast support…
World
UK sinkhole sparks major incident, leaving canal boats stranded
Major incident as 50-meter sinkhole breaches Shropshire Union Canal in Whitchurch; more than 10 rescued, no injuries reported Emergency services…
West-Africa
Bondi Beach attack kills 15, raising Somali fears and condemnation across Australia
MOGADISHU (AX) — A deadly attack on a Jewish Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach killed 15 people, including a…
Somalia
Trump’s ‘garbage’ remark sparks disappointment and backlash across Somalia
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — After vowing this week to cut down on immigration from “third world countries” in response to…
Somalia
Somali President Sparks Outrage by Saying Al-Shabaab Can Apply for National IDs
MOGADISHU, Somalia — President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is facing backlash after saying members of the al-Shabab extremist group can apply…
Somalia
Somalia’s first direct vote sparks controversy as federal government advances election timeline
Somalia’s planned leap to one-person, one-vote exposes fragile balance between hope and division MOGADISHU — Somalia’s long-simmering experiment with electoral…
East-Africa
Bombing of Zimbabwean Politician’s Home Sparks Widespread Condemnation
Bombing at Opposition Politician’s Home in Zimbabwe Raises Questions About Safety, Impunity Attack and immediate response The Zimbabwe Human Rights…
World
Trump’s Surprising Selection of Gaetz Sparks Outrage
The much-anticipated meeting between President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump at the White House offered a fleeting glimpse into…
World
Trump’s Victory Sparks Renewed Drive for EU Competitiveness
The European Union (EU) is feeling a renewed sense of urgency regarding its competitiveness, particularly in light of Donald Trump’s…
