Somalia: Somali Army Chief, Easa Director Focus On Anti-Terrorism At Mogadishu Talks

Somali National Army Commander Ibrahim Sheikh Muhuddin and Paul Kahuria Njema, Director of the East Africa Security Association (EASA), convened in Mogadishu on Saturday to explore… Read more »

Somalia: Former Somali Leaders Decry Collapse of Mogadishu Talks, Accuse President of Illegal Term Extension

Former Somali leaders Sheikh Sharif Ahmed, Hassan Ali Khaire, and Abdirahman Abdishakur have publicly criticized the recent breakdown of reconciliation talks between federal and… Read more »

Somalia: Ahmed Madobe Walks Out of NCC Meeting in Mogadishu, Returns to Kismayo

President Ahmed Madobe of Jubaland walked out of a crucial National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting in Mogadishu today, marking a significant point of contention in ongoing… Read more »

Somalia: Ethiopian Military Chief Declares Somalia's Security Reliance On Ethiopian Forces

In a candid interview with Ethiopian state television, General Birhanu Jula, Chief of General Staff of the Ethiopian National Defense Force, has once again voiced his criticism… Read more »

Somalia: Airstrikes Intensify in Central Somalia in Ongoing Battle Against Al-Shabaab

Central Somalia's Galgaduud region was the scene of renewed airstrikes early today, targeting Al-Shabaab militants in an escalation of the government's offensive against the… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Forces Retake Key Village From Al-Shabaab in Galgaduud

The Somali National Army announced on Thursday that it has liberated the village of Ali Yabal, located 18 kilometers from Eeldheer in the Galgaduud region, as part of an… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Army Conducts Major Operation Against Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle Region

The Somali National Army executed a significant military operation in the Awdheegle district of the Lower Shabelle region today, targeting Al-Shabaab militants, according to… Read more »

Somalia: Egypt Confirms Sending New Arms Shipment to Somalia

The Egyptian government has confirmed sending arms shipments to Somalia amid regional tension over Ethiopia's controversial deal with the self-declared republic of Somaliland. Read more »

Somalia: Aid Reaches 2,000 Vulnerable Families in Somalia's Garasbaley District

The Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) has successfully delivered aid to 2,000 families in the Garasbaley district, which lies outside the Somali capital, Mogadishu,… Read more »

Somalia: Egypt Delivers Heavy Artillery to Somalia in Largest Military Aid Shipment Post-Embargo

A military cargo ship said to be from Egypt docked at Mogadishu's port on Sunday, delivering what officials describe as the largest shipment of heavy artillery and anti-tank… Read more »

Somalia: Military Helicopter Crash Outside Mogadishu - All Passengers Survive

A military helicopter crashed late Thursday afternoon while en route from Mogadishu to Ballidogle airbase, approximately 30 kilometers southwest of the capital. Read more »

Somalia: Arab League Warns Ethiopia Over Somalia Sovereignty Violations

In a decisive show of solidarity, the Arab League has issued a stern warning to Ethiopia over its actions that threaten Somalia's sovereignty. Read more »

Somalia: Arab League Unanimously Backs Somalia's Sovereignty Against Ethiopia-Somaliland Deal

At the 162nd session of the Arab League Council held in Cairo, a unanimous show of solidarity emerged supporting Somalia's sovereignty, particularly in response to a contentious… Read more »

Somalia: Cairo Ministerial Meeting Reaffirms Arab Support for Somalia's Sovereignty

In a significant display of solidarity, Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi of Somalia led the third ministerial meeting in Cairo, where representatives from several Arab nations,… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Health Sector in Crisis - FMs Health Ministries Suspend Cooperation With FGs

In a significant development within Somalia's healthcare governance, health ministries from several Federal Member States have suspended cooperation with the Federal Ministry of… Read more »

Somalia: Mortar Shelling Near Mogadishu's Main Airport Injures Civilians

At least four mortar shells struck the village of El-Qalow in Mogadishu's Wadajir district early Thursday, injuring two civilians, local residents reported. Read more »

Somalia: Airstrikes By Somali Forces Eliminate Over 19 Al-Shabaab Militants

In a series of targeted airstrikes, the Somali National Armed Forces have killed more than 19 members of the Al-Shabaab militant group, alongside destroying several of their… Read more »

Somalia: Airstrikes in Somalia Target Al-Shabaab Strongholds

The Somali National Armed Forces, backed by international allies, executed a series of airstrikes targeting al-Shabaab hideouts in the Ruunnirgood and Ceeldheer districts, spanning… Read more »

Somalia: Al-Shabaab Attack On Baidoa Airport Repelled By Southwest Forces

Al-Shabaab militants launched an attack on Baidoa Airport late last night, targeting a key military hub in Somalia. The assault, which commenced with artillery fire, led to a… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Politician Warns of Geopolitical Risks As Egypt Deploys Troops in the Country

In an Exclusive interview with Shabelle TV, prominent Somali politician Mohamed Hadir Noor discussed the evolving military dynamics between Somalia and Egypt, particularly in light… Read more »

Somalia: Al-Shabaab Issues Warning to Somali Banks Over New 5 Percent Sales Tax

Al-Shabaab, the militant group controlling parts of Somalia, has issued a stern warning to local banks and financial institutions against complying with the recently introduced 5%… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Highlights Military Gains in Fight Against Al-Shabaab At Mogadishu Townhall Event

In a town-hall event marking two years since his government's inception, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre of Somalia delivered a speech that celebrated significant military… Read more »

Somalia: Investigation Launched After Deadly Mortar Attack

In the early hours of the morning, the neighborhoods of Garasbaaley and Ceelasha Biyaha on the outskirts of Mogadishu were rocked by mortar attacks, resulting in casualties among… Read more »

Somalia: UN Calls for Protection of Aid Workers, Civilians in Somalia

The UN's top relief official in Somalia called on all parties to protect civilians and humanitarian workers in the country's conflict areas. Read more »

Somalia: Somali Forces Reclaim Key Areas From Al-Shabaab in Gedo Region

In a significant military operation in Somalia's Gedo region, forces from the Somali National Army, alongside the Jubbaland Dervishes successfully reclaimed strategic positions… Read more »