WASHINGTON (SD) – The US Senate has overwhelmingly confirmed Richard H. Riley as the new US Ambassador to Somalia. The confirmation came after President Joe Biden nominated Richard H. Riley to be […]
US Senate approves new Ambassador to Somalia
Somaliland military responds to a recent Post on their Facebook
HARGEISA (SD) -The Somaliland military has dismissed recent reports posted on their Facebook page, which allegedly criticized Somaliland opposition parties and Western countries. The spokesperson for the Somaliland Military, Abdurrahman Abdullahi ‘Cabdidheere, […]
Somalia: Puntland forces detain Pirates
BOSSASO (SD) -The maritime forces of the Somali regional state of Puntland, which conducted a major operation today, have seized a vessel suspected of being a Somali pirate ship, along with illegal […]
SNA and Jubaland forces take on AS in Gedo
KISMAYO (SD) -Detailed information has emerged regarding recent operations conducted by both government and Jubaland administration forces against Al-Shabaab militants in various areas of Gedo region. The coalition forces carried out operations […]
UNPOS calls for increased protection for Somali Journalists
MOGADISHU (SD) -On World Press Freedom Day, the United Nations in Somalia highlighted the critical role of Somali journalists in addressing the challenges facing their country and urged increased protection. Within Somalia, […]
Quint Partners show support for Somalia’s Territorial Integrity
LONDON (SD) -Delegates from Qatar, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States – along with representatives from the Federal Government of Somalia, convened in London for the […]
The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Islamic countries Supports Somalia’s Unity
BANJUL (SD) – The Federal Government of Somalia received significant support at the recent meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Islamic countries, which concluded yesterday in Banjul, the capital of […]
Somalia: Heavy rains floods Beledweyne Neighborhoods
BALADWEYNE (SD) – News coming from the city of Baladweyne, the capital of Hiran region, yesterday reported heavy rainfall that affected residents of neighborhoods within the city. Many families in the neighborhoods […]
Kenyan security forces kill Six AS Militants
NAIROBI (SD) – The Kenyan security forces have announced that they have killed several militants belonging to the Al-Shabaab group, who were based in an area called Kumba in the Lamu region […]
Somalia’s SNA Commander meets US Special Forces Commander
MOGADISHU (SD) The Chief of the Somali National Army, General Ibrahim Sheikh Mohiuddin, held a significant meeting today with the Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command, Colonel David Haskell, discussing the […]
Yemeni Houthi rebels fires missiles at A Djibouti ship bound for Jeddah
DJABOUTI (SD) – A cargo ship that sailed from the port of Djibouti was attacked in the waters of Yemen, while the ship was on its way to the port of Jeddah […]
Somaliland to hold the long delayed Presidential elections
The Somaliland Electoral Commission has urged citizens and stakeholders to prepare for the upcoming elections. The Chairman of the Electoral Commission, Muse Hassan Yusuf, speaking to the media after a meeting with […]
Somalia and Britain launch the Better Lives project
LONDON (SD) – The Minister of Health of the Federal Republic of Somalia attended an event at Somalia’s Embassy in Britain to launch the Better Lives project, which will run for a […]
Somali President attends 21st summit of the IDA in Nairobi
NAIROBI (SD) – President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud attended today the 21st summit of the International Development Association (IDA) held in Nairobi, Kenya. The summit holds significant importance for the Somali government, which […]
Somalia: U.S. government intends to suspend its support for Danab forces
WASHINGTON (SD) – The United States government has stated that they will reassess their relationship and partnership with their forces and allies such as Danab, a special unit within the Somali National […]
The Presidents of Tanzania and Somalia discuss areas of interest
DAR ES SALAAM (SD) -Today, the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, and the President of the Republic of Tanzania, Ms. Samia Suluhu Hassan, held talks at […]
Explosions rock Mogadishu tonight
MOGADISHU (SD) Some parts of Mogadishu tonight witnessed intense explosions today, causing panic among the population, and clashes erupted in the areas where these explosions occurred. Among the places where the explosions […]
Mogadishu Police respond to security alerts issued by the U.S. Embassy
MOGADISHU (SD) -Somali Police Spokesperson, Abdifatah Adan Hassan, provided a detailed explanation regarding the significant presence of heavily armed forces seen in many parts of Mogadishu in recent hours following security alerts […]
Somali National Army intercepted drone used by Al-Shabaab
MUQDISHU (SD) -The Somali National Army announced yesterday that they have intercepted small drone believed to have been used by Al-Shabaab. The intercepted drone, which are small and appear to be used […]
US Issues a warning about potential terrorist attacks in Mogadishu
NAIROBI (SD) -The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi has issued a warning about potential terrorist attacks targeting various parts of the city of Mogadishu. The U.S. Embassy has stated that they have received […]
