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Somalis Among Nationals Banned from Entering the US WASHINGTON - In a move that has stirred conversation across the globe, US President Donald Trump has enacted a decree barring nationals from 12 countries, including Somalia, from entering the United States. The administration stands firm, declaring, "We’re protecting our nationals from foreign terrorists." Since the early 1990s, many Somalis sought sanctuary in the United States, escaping the clutches of insecurity, governance…

It’s an interesting time in the world of oil, particularly in Nigeria, where the national petroleum company and the Dangote refinery— the country’s pride, with a staggering $20 billion investment and an impressive capacity of 650,000 barrels per day (bpd)— have recently shifted their sourcing strategy. In a surprising twist, they are now turning to the U.S. crude oil market. According to data from Bloomberg's ship tracking, this decision is set to take effect in 2025, marking a significant change in their operational…

A federal judge in Boston has temporarily halted a directive from former President Donald Trump that aimed to prevent foreign nationals from entering the U.S. for educational purposes at Harvard University. This ruling, rendered by U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs, centers on a two-page temporary restraining order. It effectively blocks Trump's proclamation while the case undergoes further examination amid an escalating dispute between the Ivy League institution and the former Republican president. Judge Burroughs…

In a significant turn of events, Chad’s President Mahamat Déby has taken a bold step by suspending all visas for U.S. citizens. This decision, framed as a matter of "reciprocity," follows the revelation that the United States has blacklisted Chad and eleven other nations, barring their citizens from entry. The context is critical: in a sweeping travel ban recently enacted by former President Donald Trump, seven out of the twelve affected countries hail from Africa. This sweeping measure was justified by claims of…

Chad's Response to U.S. Visa Restrictions: A Matter of Dignity and National Pride In a notable reaction to international diplomacy, Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno publicly condemned the travel ban imposed by former U.S. President Donald Trump. He characterized it as unjust and discriminatory, emphasizing that Chad felt it necessary to respond with reciprocal visa restrictions on American citizens. This action serves as more than a mere political maneuver; it is deeply interwoven with national pride. In a…

In a striking display of diplomacy and national pride, Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno recently expressed his deep dissatisfaction with U.S. President Donald Trump's travel ban. He characterized the ban as unjust and discriminatory, prompting Chad to implement reciprocal visa restrictions for U.S. citizens. This decision, framed by Déby as a matter of “reciprocity,” reveals a nation asserting its dignity in the face of perceived injustice. On his official Facebook page, Déby underscored the gravity of these…

Canada's Prime Minister Responds to U.S. Tariff Increases In a significant escalation of trade tensions, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to double tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50%. This move raises concerns not just for Canada, which is the largest foreign supplier of these metals to the U.S., but for American workers and industries as well. Addressing the media in Ottawa, Carney stated, "The latest tariffs on steel and aluminum are unjustified, they're…

Enhancing Somalia's Aviation Security: A New Era of Collaboration Mogadishu (AX) — In a significant stride towards bolstering border security and refining screening protocols at entry points, Somalia has introduced a real-time aviation data-sharing system, developed in collaboration with the United States and Interpol. This initiative, unveiled on a Monday with the Immigration and Citizenship Agency (ICA) at the helm, is a part of Somalia’s broader institutional reforms aimed at enhancing national security. This…

Bosaso (AX) – In a significant development in the ongoing anti-terrorism efforts, recent U.S. airstrikes have resulted in the deaths of at least ten ISIS militants. This strategic operation focused on militant hideouts nestled within the rugged mountainous terrain between the Balade and Miraale valleys, as reported by Northeastern State's anti-ISIS operation command in a statement released on Tuesday. The airstrikes, executed by the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), specifically targeted groups of militants who had sought…

The Trump administration seems to be adding Rwanda to a growing roster of partner nations—similar to El Salvador, Mexico, and recently South Sudan—willing to accept deportees as part of its robust migration enforcement initiative. It raises the question: what motivates countries to become involved in these arrangements? In essence, the U.S. appears to be adopting a methodology reminiscent of the UK's earlier, contentious plan, which aimed to send asylum-seekers to specific countries. Yet this once-rejected…