MOGADISHU (SD) — U.S. forces have reportedly withdrawn from Baledogle Military Airfield, a strategically important installation in southern Somalia that has served for years as a major hub for American counterterrorism operations […]
U.S. Troops Withdraw from Somalia, Raising Questions Over Possible Policy change
Somalia Condemns Israel’s Appointment of Ambassador to Somaliland, Vows Diplomatic and Legal Action
MOGADISHU (SD) — The Federal Government of Somalia has strongly condemned Israel’s reported move to appoint an ambassador to Somaliland and begin construction of a diplomatic mission in Hargeisa, describing the actions […]
Somali Opposition Questions Government’s Election Plan as Spy Chief Holds Talks with Political Groups
MOGADISHU (SD)— Somalia’s opposition groups are questioning the government’s approach to the planned national elections after National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) Commander Mahad Mohamed Salad reportedly urged opposition leaders to accept […]
Somaliland and Israel Strengthen Diplomatic Ties as Ambassador Presents Credentials to President Irro
HARGEISA (SD)— Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Irro) has received Israeli Ambassador Michael Lotem at the Presidential Palace, where the ambassador formally presented his diplomatic credentials, marking a significant step in the […]
Somaliland Condemns Attacks on Ethiopians in Borama, Promises Investigation
BORAMA (SD) — Somaliland’s government has condemned attacks against Ethiopian residents, particularly members of the Oromo community, in the city of Borama, and promised legal action against those responsible. The attacks reportedly […]
Somali Opposition MPs Say They Survived Attack, Accuse Government of Creating Political Pressure
MOGADISHU (SD) — Opposition members of Somalia’s Federal Parliament say they survived an attempted attack in Mogadishu, accusing the government of creating an increasingly difficult and unsafe environment for politicians who challenge […]
Somalia’s President Defends the War Against Al-Shabaab and Warns of Foreign Interference
MOGADISHU (SD) — President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has defended his government’s fight against Al-Shabaab, saying the group has become weaker despite recent territorial setbacks. In a recent interview with Sky News, he […]
AU Troops Expected to Withdraw from Four Positions in Lower Shabelle
MOGADISHU (SD)— African Union troops are expected to withdraw from four locations in Somalia’s Lower Shabelle region next week, according to sources. The move is part of a wider plan to reduce […]
Somaliland Launches Major Military Exercise HEEGAN 2026
HARGEISA (SD) — Somaliland’s military has launched a large-scale training exercise called HEEGAN 2026 to improve soldiers’ skills, prepare troops for military operations and strengthen cooperation between different units. The exercise began […]
Somaliland Warns Against Participation in Somalia Politics
HARGEISA (SD)— Somaliland’s Ministry of Interior and Security has warned that anyone taking part in Somalia’s political activities, including elections and political campaigns, while in Somaliland could face legal action. In a […]
Former Somalia President Suggests Possible Government–Al-Shabaab Plot Against Opposition
MOGADISHU (SD) — Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has accused the federal government of putting pressure on opposition leaders. He called on President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to stop using state […]
Somali Future Council Discusses Participation in Upcoming Political Talks.
MOGADISHU (SD)— The Somali Future Council has agreed on three steps to help decide whether to take part in upcoming talks called by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to discuss Somalia’s political situation […]
Ethiopia Hosts Regional Maritime Security Forum Without Somalia’s Federal Government Present
ADDIS ABABA (SD)—Ethiopia is hosting a four-day regional maritime security forum in Addis Ababa, bringing together naval commanders from Yemen, Oman, Djibouti, Somaliland, and Puntland, according to a press release from the […]
Somalia’s Opposition Questions Legitimacy of Hassan Sheikh’s National Consultation Platform
MOGADISHU (SD)— Opposition politicians have questioned the legitimacy and purpose of a national consultation platform convened by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, as political tensions continue over Somalia’s electoral process and the country’s […]
Could Somalia’s Response to the Trump Administration’s Investigation of Ilhan Omar Strain U.S.-Somalia Relations
MOGADISHU (SD) -The Federal Government of Somalia has expressed concern over what it views as political targeting of U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar, raising a sensitive issue that could introduce diplomatic tensions between […]
Somaliland Bans Airline Tickets Issued Through Somalia’s BSP System
HARGEISA (SD) – The Somaliland Ministry of Civil Aviation and Airports Development has prohibited airlines from accepting tickets issued through Somalia’s Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP) system for flights departing from Hargeisa […]
Somali Journalists Syndicate Condemns Government Warning to Media Covering South West Conflict
MOGADISHU () —The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) has condemned a warning issued by Somalia’s Ministry of Information to media organizations covering the conflict in South West State, saying the government’s statement risks […]
Surge in US Air Strikes in Somalia Raises Concerns Over Civilian Casualties
MOGADISHU (SD) —An increase in United States air strikes in Somalia has renewed concerns about civilian casualties, displacement and the long-term impact of counterterrorism operations, as families affected by fighting in the […]
Somaliland Aviation Minister Denies New Airspace Agreement with Somalia
HARGEISA (SD) — Somaliland’s Minister of Civil Aviation, Fu’aad Ahmed Nuuh, has denied that Somaliland has reached a new agreement with Somalia’s federal government on airspace management, contradicting a statement by the […]
Somalia’s Future Council Threatens Legal and Political Action Against Federal Election Plan
MOGADISHU (SD) – The Somali Future Council (GMS) has announced plans to pursue constitutional and political measures to challenge what it describes as unilateral electoral decisions by Somalia’s Federal Government, warning that […]
