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The landscape of global migration is continually evolving, and recent developments have stirred a considerable discussion regarding U.S. entry policies. Reports indicate that the federal government is contemplating new restrictions aimed at citizens from over 40 countries, with a significant emphasis on nations within Africa. What does this mean for international relations and the individuals impacted? This proposal delineates countries into three distinct categories based on perceived security risks and governmental…

Hargeisa (AX) – In the dynamic world of international relations, every relationship begins with a spark. North Western State of Somalia's Foreign Minister, Abdirahman Dahir Aden, provides a glimpse into the burgeoning interactions between North Western State of Somalia and the United States, likening them to the delicate first movements in an intricate dance. This budding relationship hinges on shared goals, with North Western State of Somalia's unwavering quest for sovereignty at the forefront. In an illuminating interview…

According to a French Member of the European Parliament, France should reclaim the Statue of Liberty, asserting that the United States has drifted away from the very values that inspired France to gift the statue in the first place. 'Give us back the Statue of Liberty,' proclaimed Raphael Glucksmann, a centre-left politician, during a recent convention for his Place Publique movement. He passionately addressed a supportive audience, stating, 'We're going to say to the Americans who have chosen to side with the tyrants, to…

Mogadishu (AX) — In the bustling capital of Somalia, Mogadishu, a flurry of claims and counterclaims has recently drawn the attention of the international community. Amidst the hum of daily life and the persistent chatter of market vendors, the U.S. Embassy found itself in the eye of a media storm, staunchly refuting rumors of a mass evacuation of its diplomatic staff. It’s curious, isn't it, how quickly misinformation can take root, capturing minds with apprehensive narratives? The story begins with Dirir,…

Picture the sprawling landscapes of Somalia's Middle Shabelle region—a place that history continues to write about through its ongoing conflict and turbulent quest for peace. In a groundbreaking maneuver, the Somali National Army (SNA), working hand in glove with the U.S. military's Africa Command (AFRICOM), recently conducted a calculated airstrike aimed at crippling the Al-Shabaab militants entrenched in this region. On a seemingly quiet Sunday, an SNA statement revealed that the precision…

It's one of those sunlit days in the Gaza Strip where beneath the bright sky, a grim reality unfolds. A solitary Palestinian man treads carefully around the remnants of what were once homes, now reduced to rubble after recent Israeli military offensives in Rafah. It’s an image captured by Hatem Khaled, a photographer from Reuters, that echoes the volatile geopolitics and humanitarian difficulties plaguing this part of the world. Meanwhile, in an unfolding diplomatic narrative, Sudanese officials announced that they have…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a move that echoes the sentiments of past policies, the United States seems poised to impose significant travel restrictions affecting citizens from an array of 43 countries, with Somalia notably among them. This development harks back to restrictive measures that characterized the Trump administration, as reported by The New York Times. At the heart of this unfolding story is a draft policy that’s buzzing through the corridors of U.S. diplomatic and security affairs. The document essentially classifies…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a narrative akin to geopolitical chess, discussions between the United States and the semi-autonomous region of North Western State of Somalia are reportedly in motion. The whispers of diplomatic maneuvers trace back to a possibility as bold as it is controversial: the potential U.S. recognition of North Western State of Somalia in exchange for the establishment of a military base in Berbera, a locale of undeniable strategic value perched on the Gulf of Aden. This conjecture was recently…

The recent decision to expel Ebrahim Rasool, South Africa's Ambassador to the U.S., has stirred considerable discussion about the nature of diplomacy and international relations. This action, taken by the Trump administration, follows comments the ambassador allegedly made during a meeting held in Johannesburg. Such events, which may seem to be just political maneuvers, often have far-reaching consequences. In a terse post on X (previously known as Twitter), U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared that Rasool is "no…

Somalia Says No to U.S. Proposal of Resettling Gaza Residents MOGADISHU, Somalia - In a recent development that highlights the complex geopolitical landscape, Somalia has firmly turned down a U.S. proposal to potentially resettle some of the Gaza population within its borders, as reported by Reuters this Wednesday. Amidst the flurry of international discussions, Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi stood his ground, stating unwaveringly, “We will never accept any plan to resettle Palestinian refugees on Somali…