June 10
Somalia: Talks to Free Egyptian Sailors Held By Somali Pirates Collapse Over Ransom Dispute
Negotiations aimed at securing the release of eight Egyptian sailors held hostage by Somali pirates have collapsed after the kidnappers withdrew from a preliminary agreement and… Read more »
April 28
Somalia: Somalia Vows Stronger Protection for Commercial Shipping Amid Maritime Security Concerns
Somalia has pledged to strengthen security for commercial vessels passing along its coastline as concerns grow over the safety of key international shipping routes, officials said… Read more »
December 02, 2025
Somalia: Somalia and Turkey Look to Improve Maritime Cooperation
Somalia and its ally Turkey are looking to boost maritime cooperation after officials of the two countries met on Monday. Read more »
July 23, 2025
Somalia: Govt Slams Hijacking of Mogadishu-Bound Vessel, Blames Puntland for Piracy
Somali government has strongly condemned the hijacking of the SEA WORLD vessel, which was en route to Mogadishu carrying military and commercial cargo, calling the seizure a… Read more »
July 11, 2025
East Africa: Somalia-Ethiopia Talks Mediated By Türkiye Stall Over Somaliland Port Deal
Mediation talks hosted by Türkiye between Somalia and Ethiopia have stalled, diplomats from both countries said, amid deepening tensions over Ethiopia's contentious port… Read more »
June 24, 2025
Somalia: World Leaders Should Work for Peace and Security of the Red Sea Maritime Point
The Red Sea, a vital artery in global trade and maritime navigation, has long held strategic importance for the world's economy and security. Connecting the Mediterranean Sea… Read more »
