Somalia: Somali Cabinet Discusses Exit of African Union Troops

In a significant move towards strengthening government accountability and transparency, the Somali Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre, has approved new regulations for… Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Addresses Community in Norway, Discusses Achievements and Anti-Terrorism Efforts

The President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, recently met with the Somali community in Norway to discuss the government's progress in stabilizing the country, improving… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Prime Minister Announces Unified Training Program for National Army

In a significant move towards strengthening the Somali National Army, the Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, Hamza Abdi Barre, announced plans to unify all… Read more »

Somalia: More Bodies Discovered After Al-Shabaab Attack in Galmudug State Foiled

The National Armed Forces of [Country] have discovered the bodies of 10 terrorists linked to the recent attack on an army forward operating base in the Eldher district of Galmudug… Read more »

Somalia: Tensions Rise in Puntland As Police Boss Accuses PSF of Repeated Attacks

A heightened tensions reported in Puntland's Bosaso city with the region's Police Commander, Muumin Abdi Shire, has issued a strong complaint against the Puntland Security Force… Read more »

Somalia: Somali National Army and Local Forces Withdraw From Middle Shabelle Region Amid Rising Tensions

The reports from war frontlines indicate that the Somali National Army (SNA) and local forces have withdrawn from areas along the banks of the Shabelle River in the Middle Shabelle… Read more »

Somalia: Over 40 Al-Shabaab Members Killed in New Military Operation

The Somali army announced on Monday that it has killed 40 members of the extremist al-Shabaab Movement in a new military operation in the Mudug governorate. Read more »

Somalia: Puntland Security Forces Apprehend Three Is Suspects in Bosaso Operation

Puntland State Security forces successfully arrested three individuals suspected to be members of the terrorist militant group Islamic State (IS) during an operation in Bosaso… Read more »

Somalia: Debate Over Ethiopian Troops Withdrawal From Somalia Intensifies

The recent announcement by Somalia's National Security Advisor, Hussein Sheikh Ali, that Ethiopian troops will be expected to leave Somalia by the end of December 2024 has sparked… Read more »

Somalia: Ethiopian Troops Cross Border Into Southern Somalia, Establishing Military Posts

In a recent development, advanced troops from Ethiopia have crossed the border from the Hiran and Bakool regions into southern Somalia. These forces, reportedly from the 5th Kilin… Read more »

Somalia: Intense Clashes Erupt Between Al-Shabaab and Daesh in Eastern Puntland

In a recent turn of events, heavy fighting broke out between the militant groups Al-Shabaab and Daesh in the Galgala mountains, located in the eastern region of Puntland. Read more »

Somalia: U.S. Africa Command Denies Involvement in Puntland Operation

In a surprising turn of events, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has publicly stated that it was not involved in a recent operation in the Almadow mountains of Puntland… Read more »

Somalia: UN Sanctions Three Al-Shabaab Leaders At Request of Somali Government

In a significant move to combat terrorism, the United Nations Security Council has sanctioned three leaders of the Al-Shabaab militant group following a request from the Somali… Read more »

Libya: Somali Migrants Held Captive in Libya Rescued

At least 107 migrants, including women and children, have been released from a town in southeastern Libya, according to a spokesman for the Libyan army. Read more »

Somalia: Southwest State Forces Capture Militants - a Significant Victory in Fight Against Al-Shabaab

In a series of successful operations against the Al-Shabaab terrorist group, the Southwest state forces of Somalia have achieved notable victories, capturing 12 Al-Shabaab members… Read more »

Somalia: Amnesty International Accuses Somali Military of Civilian Killings in Drone Strikes

Amnesty International has released a new report accusing the Somali military of killing 23 civilians, including 14 children and five women, during drone strikes conducted with… Read more »

Somalia: UN Special Representative Catriona Laing Bids Farewell to Southwest State of Somalia

The UN Special Representative for Somalia, Catriona Laing, recently concluded her farewell visits to the Southwest State of Somalia, where she met with President Abdiaziz Hassan… Read more »

Somalia: Somali National Army and U.S. Special Forces Join Forces Against Al-Shabaab Militants

In a significant development in the ongoing fight against terrorism in Somalia, a special meeting was recently convened between Major General Ibrahim Sheikh Muhuddin, the Commander… Read more »

Somalia: American Official Confirms to Shabelle TV That the US Stopped Food Rations to Danab Forces

The US has suspended the food rations provided to the Danab forces in Somalia due to the diversion of these rations and fuel intended for them, a senior US Embassy official… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Defense Ministry Investigates Diversion of Rations for Elite Danab Forces

In a significant development, the Somali Defence Ministry has confirmed the diversion of rations intended for the elite US-trained Danab forces, a unit within the Somali National… Read more »

Somalia: High-Level Meeting Between Somali and U.S. Defence Officials Takes Place in Nairobi

In a significant development for regional security and cooperation, a high-level meeting was recently held in Nairobi between officials from the Federal Government of Somalia's… Read more »

Somalia: Historic Arrival of Turkish Warship in Mogadishu Marks New Era in Bilateral Relations

In a significant display of military cooperation and partnership, the first Turkish warship has docked at the port of Mogadishu, Somalia. This momentous occasion coincides with a… Read more »

Somalia: Galmudug State Claims Victory in War Against Al-Shabaab

In a recent announcement, Galmudug's Minister of Information, Abshir Abdi Shikow, revealed that the Al-Shabaab group is now severely depleted within the state's territories. Read more »

Somalia: EU Warns Against Ransom Payments to Somali Pirates

The European Union (EU) has issued a stern warning against paying ransom to Somali pirates, citing concerns that such payments could fuel further hijackings in the Indian Ocean and… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya and Somalia Agree to Combat Terrorism and Insecurity

President William Ruto of Kenya and President Hassan Mohamud of Somalia held a meeting at State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, focusing on joint initiatives to combat terrorism and… Read more »