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KISMAYO, Somalia — In a bid that echoes through the halls of Somali politics like a long-lost melody, the Jubaland state has extended an olive branch, urging a tête-à-tête with the Somali federal government. This gesture, announced on Monday by a regional minister, hints at a possible thaw in the frozen lake of their political standoff. Jubaland, one of Somalia's crucial federal states, has frequently found itself at loggerheads with the seat of power in Mogadishu. The reasons are manifold. Whether it's conflicting…

In the bustling heart of Mogadishu, an emblem of resilience and endurance, an extraordinary meeting unfolded. On a Sunday that would quietly mark another chapter in Somalia's unfolding narrative, General Asad Osman Abdullahi Diyano, at the helm of the Somali Police Force, found himself in earnest discourse with Michael Nithavrianakis, the UK Ambassador to Somalia. What were they pondering over this crisp afternoon? The labyrinthine intricacies of reinforcing security collaboration and exhilarant counter-terrorism strategies.…

In the serene yet tumultuous landscape of Northeastern State, where the arid earth meets resilient communities, tensions have flared in Erigavo. It is here that Northeastern State President Said Abdullahi Deni steps into a realm more fraught than most, calling for an earnest dialogue to quell recent conflicts. Erigavo, often restless, now stands upon a precipice, but who does not seek peace beneath this shared sky? Deni, a statesman in his own right, pleads with the opposing factions to seek a peaceful resolution, for in…

In the merry month of May, a tempest brewed in local news circles over a demanding missive from kidnappers, requesting a hefty ransom—$1.5 million no less!—for two missing Cuban medics. The Kenyan government, cool as a cucumber, refused to cough it up, and mum was the word from Cuba about whether they were even acknowledging this audacious claim. Months have trickled by like sand through an hourglass, leaving folks high and dry when it comes to updates on the Cubans' whereabouts. Occasionally, whispers from the island…

In a remarkable turn of diplomatic dialogue, Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen recently engaged in an enlightening discussion with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding the Arctic landscape. This conversation unfolded amidst ongoing interest from the Trump administration in the fate of Greenland, the stunning autonomous territory of Denmark, which has captured the imagination of many—particularly President Trump, who seems to have an unquenchable thirst for control. During their 20-minute phone call,…

If you ever find yourself wandering the bustling streets of Beledweyne, Hiiraan, you might just catch a whisper about a vital movement afoot - a concerted effort to face the relentless threat posed by the notorious Al-Shabaab militant group. At the heart of this operation is none other than the Director of the Somali National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloolshe, currently steeping in the bustling milieu of Buula Burte. Sanbaloolshe hasn't merely been skimming the surface in Buula…

A staggering loss: the airstrikes in Gaza have tragically claimed the lives of at least 70 more individuals amid the chaos of anticipated peace. Picture a Palestinian man, hobbling past the remnants of once-standing buildings, leaning heavily on a crutch. It's a scene captured hauntingly by Mahmoud Issa for Reuters, an image that speaks volumes of the resilience and despair in a land held hostage by conflict. As night turned to morning, the skies over Gaza bore witness to yet another storm of destruction. More Israeli…

NAIROBI, Kenya - Amid the hustle and bustle of a typical day at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Somalia's charismatic Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi found himself in a brief yet significant tête-à-tête with Kenya's Deputy President, Professor Kithure Kindiki. Following their quick exchange, both leaders went their separate trajectories—an intersection of diplomatic journeys in the same terminal, albeit fleeting. Minister Fiqi, fresh from his diplomatic dice roll in Cairo, was en route to Mogadishu, making…

Negotiations Teeter on The Brink of Breakthrough: A Glimmer of Hope Amid Gaza's Chaos In the intricate dance of diplomacy, timing is everything. Somewhere between a glimmer and a prayer, hopes are pinning on a potential deal that could bring a flicker of peace to Gaza, a region where peace feels as elusive as a whisper in a storm. According to a Palestinian insider who shared insights with Reuters, the final bow to these negotiations might be just a breath away, with an expectation that, if the stars align, a historic deal…

In a whirlwind of political intrigue, Hirsi Ali Haji Hassan, the head honcho of North Western State of Somalia's Waddani party, flat-out denied any hush-hush chitchats with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud during his jaunt to Djibouti. Setting the record straight, Hirsi was crystal clear about his party's dedication to openness and transparency. "I didn't have a pow-wow with President Hassan Sheikh while I was in Djibouti," he stated. "Heck, if there were talks to be had, they would stick to our party's principles—open…