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Somalia’s defence minister breaks silence to defend Ilhan Omar — and signals a new kind of transnational politics When Somalia’s Defence Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi took to Facebook this weekend to defend U.S. Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, it read less like a routine diplomatic note and more like an embrace. “If our daughter is being targeted for her identity, I will stand firmly with her,” Fiqi wrote, adding that as defence minister “I am making it clear that I stand with Ilhan.” The statement came after former U.S. President…

U.S. halts support for Somalia’s elite Danab commandos, raising alarm as AU forces prepare to leave MOGADISHU, Somalia — The United States has suspended its support for Somalia’s elite Danab special forces, reliable sources told Axadle on Monday, a move that could reshape the fragile security balance as African Union troops prepare to withdraw next year. The decision, described to journalists by sources who asked not to be named because of the sensitivity of the subject, follows growing U.S. concerns about “accountability…

U.S. House Speaker Johnson Applauds Trump's Unconventional Cabinet Choices for Shifting Washington's Gear WASHINGTON - As the winds of change blow through the capital, House Speaker Mike Johnson has given a thumbs-up to President-elect Donald Trump's bold cabinet choices. Describing them as "disruptors," Johnson believes they are crucial for shaking up the status quo in the heart of the nation. Johnson, now the chief Republican spokesperson in Congress, shared his thoughts on CNN's "State of the Union," where he defended…

Washington, USA – In a call for serenity, U.S. President Joe Biden appealed to Americans to "dial down the heat," following Donald Trump's recent landslide victory in the presidential election, a result paving his way back to the Oval Office. From the familiar grounds of the Rose Garden, Biden spoke about the whirlwind of emotions elections stir up, where joy and heartbreak dance side by side. "I've often said, love for one's country isn't reserved for just the victorious, and compassion for your neighbor shouldn't hinge on…

"Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib Triumph Again: Trailblazers in American Politics Keep Their Seats" DETROIT, USA — Representatives Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar, trailblazing as the first Muslim women to serve in the United States Congress, have both successfully defended their seats, ongoing election counts revealed Tuesday. Tlaib broke ground earlier as the maiden woman of Palestinian heritage in Congress, celebrating a fourth term win in Michigan's 12th District. The Arab-American community of Dearborn, a vital…

Unnecessary Tragedy: Pair of Navy SEALs Perish in Somali Waters, Inquiry Determines SAN DIEGO — A deep dive into the sorrowful incident involving two Navy SEALs' drowning near Somalia revealed it could have been averted, highlighting deficiencies in training and murky instructions on flotation gear. Chief Special Warfare Operator Christopher Chambers and Naval Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Nathan Ingram met their untimely demise during a nocturnal mission designed to intercept a ship believed to be transporting Iranian…

CAIRO, Egypt - Egypt recently vowed to ramp up military aid to Somalia, aiming to reinforce stability and counteract regional turmoil. This pledge was revealed by Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty during a powwow with the U.S. envoy to the Horn of Africa. This commitment underscores Egypt's strategic pivot towards the Horn of Africa, a hub vital for maritime security and anti-terrorism efforts. Abdelatty stressed that Egypt's assistance will prioritize fortifying Somalia's central administration, safeguarding its sovereignty,…

A Hasty Withdrawal From Somalia U.S. troops can’t be everywhere forever. But the Trump administration hasn’t made a good case for its recently announced withdrawal from Somalia in Northeast Africa. President Trump has often expressed his skepticism of American…

WASHINGTON - The Division of Justice inside the US has charged a Kenyan nationwide believed to be an Al-Shabaab member for planning to conduct 9/11 assaults inside the US, and he had reportedly educated to hijack aircraft inside the far east sooner than embarking on the mission.