GALKAYO (SD)— Tensions have increased in Galkayo following Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s visit, with Puntland and Galmudug deploying additional security forces around the divided city amid growing political friction between Puntland […]
Tensions Rise in Galkayo as Somali President’s Visit Triggers Security Dispute
Somaliland Accuses Somalia, Djibouti and Turkey of Interference in the Awdal Conflict
HARGEISA (SD) — Somaliland’s Interior Minister, Abdalle Mohamed Arab, has accused Somalia, Djibouti and Turkey of interfering in the prolonged conflict in Somaliland’s western Awdal and Salal regions, arguing that the violence […]
Somaliland Emerges as Potential U.S. Partner in Red Sea Security
WASHINGTON (SD) — Somaliland is increasingly attracting attention in Washington as a potential strategic partner in efforts to protect Red Sea shipping and counter the growing threat posed by Houthi attacks around […]
The Houthis issued a threat to attack Somalia.
SANA’A (SD)— A senior member of Yemen’s Houthi political bureau, Mohammad al-Bukhaiti, has warned that the group would target any Israeli military or intelligence presence in Somalia or other areas near Yemen’s […]
Israel Signals Deeper Strategic Alliance With Somaliland as Hargeisa Gains Regional Significance
HARGEISA (SD) — Israel has signalled its intention to deepen its strategic relationship with Somaliland, placing Hargeisa alongside Greece, Cyprus and the United Arab Emirates as partners Israel considers increasingly important amid […]
UN Begins Commercial Sale of Assets in Somalia Amid Broader Transition
MOGADISHU (SD) – The United Nations has launched a commercial process to sell or auction some of its equipment and supplies in Somalia, prompting speculation about whether the move could signal a […]
AUSSOM Troop Contributors Demand Political Roadmap for Somalia
KAMPALA (SD)– Countries contributing troops to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) are urging Somalia’s political leaders to reach an inclusive political agreement, warning that continued disputes could […]
President Irro Accuses Mogadishu of Abandoning Previous Somaliland-Somalia Agreements
NAIROBI (SD) – Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Irro) has accused Somalia’s Federal Government of abandoning key agreements reached during years of talks between Hargeisa and Mogadishu, while reaffirming his government’s commitment […]
Somaliland, AFRICOM Hold High-Level Talks on Maritime Security and Defense Cooperation
STUTTGART (SD) – A high-level Somaliland delegation led by Defense Minister Mohamed Yusuf Ali held talks with officials at the headquarters of the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) in Stuttgart, Germany, focusing on […]
Puntland Forces Takes Control of All PSF Facilities in Bossaso and Galkayo
GAROWE (SD) – Puntland authorities have announced that the Puntland Defense Forces have officially taken control of all facilities and camps previously used by the Federal aligned Puntland Security Force (PSF) in […]
Puntland Forces launch Major Security Operation Against PSF in Galkayo, Over 100 Arrested
GAROWE (SD)– Puntland authorities say they have concluded a planned security operation in Galkayo, resulting in the arrest of more than 100 people and the seizure of weapons and military equipment. In […]
Somaliland President Orders Free Kidney Care and Expansion of Dialysis Services
HARGEISA (SD) – Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro) has ordered sweeping measures to improve treatment for kidney patients, including making all essential dialysis services free of charge, purchasing additional dialysis machines, […]
Mudug Governor Injured as Fighting Between Feds and Local Fighters Erupts in Galkayo
GALKAYO (SD) – The Governor of Mudug region in Somalia’s Galmudug administration, Abdinasir “Marehan,” was injured after armed clashes broke out in Galkayo between forces of the Federal Government of Somalia and […]
President Irro Urges Somalilanders to Unite as Recognition Campaign Enters a New Phase
HARGEISA – Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Irro) has called on the people of Somaliland to safeguard peace, unity, and national cohesion, describing the country’s recent international recognition as a historic milestone […]
Somaliland Condemns Somali Prime Minister’s Visit to Eastern Sool Region
HARGEISA (SD) – The Government of the Republic of Somaliland has strongly condemned the visit by Somalia’s Prime Minister to parts of the eastern Sool region, describing the trip as a provocative […]
China reaffirms its backing for Somalia’s territorial claims during defence discussions.
HARGEISA – China has reaffirmed its support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity during a meeting between Somalia’s Minister of Defence, Ahmed Moallin Fiqi, and the Chinese Ambassador to Somalia, Wang Yu, […]
President Hassan Sheikh Acknowledges Somaliland’s Electoral Expertise as Federal Parliament Opens New Session
HARGEISA (SD) – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud used the opening of the 8th session of Somalia’s Federal Parliament to reaffirm Mogadishu’s long-standing claim over Somaliland, while again calling for dialogue aimed […]
Puntland Marks 28th Anniversary with Military Parade and Calls for Stability
GAROWE (SD) – Puntland on Saturday celebrated the 28th anniversary of its establishment with a large ceremony in Garowe, attended by senior government officials, military commanders, traditional elders, lawmakers, and thousands of […]
Somalia’s Future Council Urges AUSSOM Troop-Contributing Nations to Back Political Transition
MOGADISHU (SD) – Somalia’s Future Council has sent a letter to the leaders of countries contributing troops to the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), ahead of their summit […]
Kenya Deports Somali Minister Amid Alleged Terror-Financing Probe
NAIROBI – Kenyan intelligence and immigration authorities on Sunday detained and deported Abshir Mohamed Ahmed, also known as Abshir Bukhari, a Somali Minister of State at the Presidency, over allegations linked to […]
