Somalia: SNA's Land Force Commander Visits Raskambooni Amid Brewing FGs-Jubaland Tension

In a move that has heightened the already simmering tensions between Somalia's federal government and Jubaland, General Khalid Abdullahi Omar, the commander of the Somali National… Read more »

Somalia: Government Condemns 'Irresponsible' Ethiopia, Vows to Protect Sovereignty

The Somali government issued a strong condemnation of Ethiopia on Monday, describing its neighbor's recent actions as "irresponsible" and in blatant violation of international law… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Security Ministry DG Attends Serbia-Africa Summit in Belgrade

The Director General of the Ministry of Internal Security of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Dr. Yusuf Ali Mohamed, is currently on an official visit to Belgrade, Serbia, where he… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Repatriates 161 Stranded Youth From Libya in Humanitarian Effort

The Federal Government of Somalia has successfully brought back 161 Somali youths from Libya under the Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) program, marking a significant step in… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Sends More Troops to Raskambooni, Escalating Tensions With Jubaland

In a significant escalation of the ongoing feud between Somalia's central government and the semi-autonomous Jubaland state, federal forces were deployed to the strategic town of… Read more »

Somalia: Jubaland Soldiers Reportedly Defect to Somali National Army Amid Tensions

A significant shift in the political and military landscape of southern Somalia has unfolded as reports confirm that several soldiers from the Jubaland state have defected,… Read more »

Somalia: Airstrikes Hit Al-Shabaab in Somalia's Middle Shabelle Region After Militant Attack On Army Base

Warplanes launched a series of airstrikes in the Hawadley area of Somalia's Middle Shabelle region late last night, targeting known Al-Shabaab strongholds. The attacks resulted in… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Government Rejects Jubaland Election, Labels It Illegal

In a significant escalation of tensions between the Somali federal government and the semi-autonomous region of Jubaland, the federal government on Monday night outright rejected… Read more »

Somalia: Jubaland Ministry Accuses Govts of Illegal Troop Deployment in Lower Jubba

The Jubbaland Ministry of Internal Security issued a press release today denouncing the Federal Government of Somalia for deploying unauthorized troops in its territory. Read more »

Somalia: Jubbaland Dervish Commander Survives Al-Shabaab Mine Attack in Somali Border Area

Abbas Ibrahim Gurey, the commander of Jubbaland's Dervish forces, survived an assassination attempt on Monday when a landmine detonated near the Somali-Kenyan border, according to… Read more »

Somalia: Jubaland Parliament Re-Elects Abdi Mohamed Abdirahman As New Speaker Amidst Political Tensions

In a pivotal moment for the Jubaland region of Somalia, the local parliament has elected Abdi Mohamed Abdirahman as its new Speaker, securing 65 votes in a decisive win over his… Read more »

Somalia: International Partners Call for Dialogue Amid Somalia-Jubaland Tensions

International partners expressed deep concern over the escalating dispute between Somalia's Federal Government and the Jubaland State following the recent National Consultative… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Security Forces Arrest Al-Shabaab Mechanic in Mogadishu

Abdinasir Mohamed Hassan, an operative for the militant group Al-Shabaab, was apprehended by Somali security forces in Mogadishu, according to a statement from the National… Read more »

Somalia: AU Troops Hands Over a Military Base in Jubaland to Somali Army

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has concluded Phase Three of its drawdown. The Burgavo Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Jubaland State is the last base to be… Read more »

Somalia: Two Al-Shabab Suspects Arrested for Mogadishu Businessmen Killings, Third Still Sought

The National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) said it has made a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the murder of three businessmen in Mogadishu's Darusalam… Read more »

Somalia: Two Soldiers Killed in Al-Shabaab Ambush in Somalia's Lower Shabelle Region

Two soldiers from the Southwest regional forces were fatally shot in an ambush by Al-Shabaab militants while traveling between Wanalweyn and Afgoye in Somalia's Lower Shabelle… Read more »

Ethiopia: Somaliland Heads to Presidential Election Amidst Somalia-Ethiopia Tensions

Somaliland is on the brink of a critical presidential election this Wednesday, November 13, 2024. This will mark the fourth time citizens will directly elect their leader since… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Intelligence Agency Nisa Reports Killing 23 Al-Shabaab Militants in Operation

Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) conducted a targeted operation in the Dharaarweyn area near Galcad city, within the Galgaduud region. Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Cabinet Appoints Odowa Yusuf Raage to Lead National Army Against Al-Shabaab

In a decisive move to strengthen national security, Somalia's Cabinet of Ministers has officially endorsed General Odowa Yusuf Raage as the Commander of the Somali National Army,… Read more »

Somalia: Jubaland Suspends Cooperation With Somali Federal Government

The regional state of Jubaland has announced the suspension of all cooperation with the Federal Government of Somalia, escalating tensions over political and governance issues. The… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Council of Ministers Steps Up Anti-Terrorism and Money Laundering Efforts

In its weekly session, Somalia's Council of Ministers, under the leadership of Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre, delved into a comprehensive review of the nation's strategies and… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Defense Minister Outlines New African Union Mission in Regional Tour

Somalia's Minister of Defense, Abdiqadir Mohamed Noor, has been actively engaging with troop-contributing countries for the forthcoming African Union mission, set to start in 2025. Read more »

Somalia: Somali Intelligence Forces Kill 27 Al-Shabaab Militants in Middle Shabelle Operation

Somali security forces successfully executed an operation in the Yaqle area of the Middle Shabelle region, resulting in the deaths of 27 Al-Shabaab militants, the National… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia President Appoints New Military Commanders

In a strategic move to bolster Somalia's defense apparatus, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has made key changes in the military hierarchy, appointing General Sahal Abdullahi Omar… Read more »

Somalia: Two Ministers Resign From Somalia's Government Amid Tensions

In a significant political development, two ministers from Somalia's federal government resigned on Sunday, November 3, 2024, citing what they described as the government's plans… Read more »