HARGEISA (SD)– President of the Republic of Somaliland, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, has announced that direct flights between Hargeisa and Tel Aviv are expected to begin in the near future, marking another milestone […]
Somaliland President Announces Direct Hargeisa–Tel Aviv Flights to Launch Soon
International Media Highlights Growing Somaliland–Israel Partnership
HARGEISA (SD)– International media outlets have extensively covered the growing relationship between the Republic of Somaliland and Israel, describing recent engagements between the two sides as a significant diplomatic development with potential […]
Puntland Rejects Any Deployment of Federal-Linked Troops Through Its Territory
GAROWE (SD)– The Puntland government has declared that it will not permit the presence or movement of troops associated with the Federal Government of Somalia through Puntland territory, reaffirming its control over […]
The Guardian Investigation Alleges U.S. Drone Strike Killed Civilian Family in Somalia
MOGADISHU (SD)– A report by The Guardian has alleged that a U.S. drone strike carried out on November 15, 2025, in the Jamame district of Lower Juba killed at least 12 civilians, […]
Somaliland Denies Reports of Israeli Military Base or Intelligence Center
HARGEISA – Somaliland’s Defense Minister, Mohamed Yusuf Ali, has dismissed reports alleging that Israel is establishing a military base or intelligence center in Somaliland, describing such claims as unfounded. Speaking to Reuters […]
Somaliland President Receives an Official Welcome at Israel’s Knesset
JERUSALEM (SD)– President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi continued his official visit to Israel today with a visit to the Knesset, where he was received alongside the First Lady and members of the Somaliland […]
Somaliland President Meets Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu During Official Visit
JERUSALEM (SD) – Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro held a high-level meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his official visit to Israel, according to a statement issued by the […]
President Hassan Sheikh: Somalia faces two options: military force or dialogue to resolve disputes over Somaliland.
MOGADISHU (SD) – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has said that Somalia faced two possible paths in dealing with the Somaliland issue—military force or political dialogue—but ultimately chose negotiation and persuasion as […]
Israeli President Receives Somaliland President on Historic Visit to Israel
JERUSALEM (SD) – The President of the Republic of Somaliland, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi, has begun a historic official visit to Israel, where he was received by Israeli President Isaac Herzog in what […]
Reports Suggest Somaliland President May Visit Israel This Week
HAREISA (SD) – Israeli media outlets are reporting that Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi could make an official visit to Israel this week, although neither Somaliland nor Israeli authorities have publicly confirmed the visit. […]
Global Criticism Follows U.S. Decision to Deny Entry to Somali World Cup Referee Omar Artan
MOGADISHU (SD) – The decision by the United States to deny entry to Somali FIFA referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan sparked widespread international criticism, concern, and sympathy, with many in the football community […]
Former Somali Presidents Accuse Government of Targeting Opposition Leaders
MOGADISHU (SD)— Former Somali presidents Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed have sharply criticized the Federal Government, accusing it of using state security institutions to intimidate political opponents and suppress […]
European Union Considers Tougher Visa Measures for Somali Citizens
Luxembourg (SD) – Interior and justice ministers from the European Union are reportedly considering stricter visa measures for citizens of Somalia, citing concerns over what European governments describe as insufficient cooperation from […]
Federal Government Says It Has the Capacity to Extend Authority to Somaliland
MUQDISHU (SD) – Abdullahi Mohamed Warfaa has stated that the Federal Government of Somalia possesses the capability to extend its authority throughout all territories it considers part of the country, including Somaliland. […]
International Pressure Reportedly Helps Secure Ceasefire in Mogadishu Clashes
MOGADISHU (SD) – International diplomatic intervention reportedly played a key role in halting intense fighting that erupted in parts of Mogadishu over the past two days, according to reports from sources familiar […]
U.S. Congressional Report Highlights Opportunities for Expanded Engagement with Somaliland
WASHINGTON (SD) – A new report submitted to the United States Congress identifies several areas where Washington could expand its engagement with Somaliland, particularly in security cooperation, diplomacy, trade, and investment. The […]
Iran and Houthis Threatened by US-Somaliland Alliance Over Red Sea Control, Fox News Reports
NY (SD) – A report by Fox News has highlighted the increasing strategic significance of Somaliland amid rising tensions in the Red Sea and growing competition among regional and international powers. According […]
NISA Chief and Former President Sheikh Sharif Hold Security Talks Ahead of the Planned June 4 Demonstrations.
MOGADISHU (SD) – The Director of Somalia’s National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), Mahad Mohamed Salad, held talks in Mogadishu with former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed amid growing political tensions […]
President Irro Calls on Somalia and Djibouti to Respect Somaliland’s Independence during Eid al-Adha celebrations
HARGEISA () – Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro delivered a political message directed at the governments of Somalia and Djibouti during Eid al-Adha celebrations in Hargeisa, urging both countries to respect what he […]
Future Council Accuses Somali Government of Political Repression and Intimidation
MOGADISHU (SD) – The Future Council has accused the Federal Government of Somalia of political repression, unlawful detentions, and intimidation targeting young people, politicians, and civilians in Mogadishu. Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame, a […]
