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Türkiye’s Firm Stance Against Israel's Recognition of North Western State of Somalia In a heated session at the United Nations, Türkiye’s U.N. envoy, Ahmet Yıldız, condemned Israel's recognition of North Western State of Somalia as an independent state. He warned that this decision threatens Somalia’s sovereignty and poses broader risks to international stability. Yıldız addressed the U.N. Security Council, stressing the importance of territorial integrity. He criticized the Israeli government's actions as…

UN Reaffirms Somalia's Sovereignty Amidst Israeli Recognition of North Western State of Somalia The United Nations held an emergency session to address Israel's recent decision to recognize North Western State of Somalia as an independent state. Key figures emphasized Somalia's territorial integrity, expressing concerns about the potential consequences of the move. Khaled Khiari highlighted the UN's respect for Somalia's sovereignty as reaffirmed in Resolution 2809. Somalia's UN envoy condemned Israel's recognition…

U.N. Security Council Convenes Amid Global Reaction to Israel's Recognition of North Western State of Somalia As international tensions heighten, the U.N. Security Council is set to meet following Israel's unprecedented recognition of North Western State of Somalia's independence. The move has sparked widespread concern and condemnation across various global regions. Israel is the first country to recognize North Western State of Somalia as an independent state. 21 predominantly Muslim countries have issued a…

Libya's Path to Stability: A Fragile Balance Recent security arrangements have brought limited improvements in Tripoli, but instability persists. The U.N. special envoy outlines the current situation and the necessary steps for Libya. Security environment in Tripoli improved but remains fragile Need for cooperation among relevant actors for stability Economic challenges continue to undermine progress Security Arrangements and Ongoing Concerns The U.N. special envoy for Libya, Hanna Tetteh, addressed the…

Germany Backs Permanent African Seats on U.N. Security Council In a significant move towards greater representation for Africa, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced his support for two permanent African seats on the U.N. Security Council. This declaration was made during the EU-African Union summit in Luanda, signaling a shift towards a more inclusive international framework. Chancellor Merz emphasizes the need for African representation in discussions on Africa-related issues. Europe and Africa combined…

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is getting roasted in Oxfam's latest report for failing to shield African nations from rampant violence and chaos.Consequently, the continent is grappling with skyrocketing humanitarian needs that the current funding isn’t even close to meeting. If something doesn’t change soon, the “Permanent Five” might as well be both "judge and jury."Titled "Vetoing Humanity," the report delves into 23 of the world's most stubborn conflicts over the past decade, 14 of which are rooted in Africa.…

UNSC puts more pressure on Farmajo over illegal time extension MOGADISHU, Somalia - United Nations Security Council has continued to put pressure on outgoing President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo over the recently approved period extension, a move that rhymes with general opinion from members of the opposition. Two weeks ago, Farmajo irregularly extended his term of office through the…

Somalia's opposition writes to the UNSC about the current crisis MOGADISHU, Somalia - Somalia's opposition has once again written to the United Nations Security Council over the current dead end and argues that it is time for the body to intervene to avert a brewing civil war following disagreements between stakeholders. The country's political leadership has failed to agree on the…

The UN Security Council is voting on a draft resolution calling on all foreign forces and mercenaries to leave Libya and authorizing a small UN team to monitor last October's ceasefire order ordering their departure. The results of the e-mail vote on the proposed resolution - due to COVID-19 - are expected to be announced on Friday. The UK draft resolution would approve Secretary - General Antonio Guterre's proposal on the composition and operational aspects of ceasefire monitoring set out in a letter…

Somalia writes to the UNSC after the standoff talks before the election flopped MOGADISHU, Somalia - In the midst of the ongoing stalemate before the Somali elections, the federal government has written to the United Nations Security Council , in response to a recent meeting of the Council on the security and stability of the country. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, United States…