MOGADISHU (SD) – Members of the Somali Opposition have today issued a statement addressing the political and security situation in the country, following negotiation meetings lasting nearly two months with the President […]
Somalia’s Opposition Forum notes dialogue meetings with the President did not produce any agreement
Somalia: Senator Cruz’s push for recognition of Somaliland jeopardizes the security of the Horn of Africa
WASHINGTON (SD) – The Embassy of Somalia in the United States has expressed concerns over the pressure it faces regarding Somaliland’s recognition push, arguing that such a move could ’embolden terrorist groups […]
Federal Forces Take Full Control of Balad Hawo District in Gedo Region
MOGADISHU (SD) – Federal government forces have fully taken control of areas under the Balad Hawo district in the Gedo region, following intense fighting that began last night and continued until this […]
Fourth Round of Opposition Talks Concludes Without Breakthrough in Somalia
MOGADISHU (SD) – The fourth round of mediated talks between Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and opposition leaders concluded Wednesday without resolution to the ongoing constitutional crisis, raising fears of renewed political […]
Elon Musk’s Starlink Launches High-Speed Internet in Somalia
MOGADISHU (SD) – SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service is now officially available in Somalia, marking a significant advancement in the country’s connectivity. The service will provide high-speed internet access nationwide, including remote […]
Jubaland President Receives African Union Special Representative for Somalia
KISMAYO (SD) – The President of Jubaland, Ahmed Mohamed Islam (Madobe), today welcomed the African Union’s Special Representative for Somalia, Ambassador El Hadji Ibrahim Diene, and his delegation at the Presidential Palace […]
President Deni hands over the ship carrying weapons to Turkey
BOSSASO (SD) – The President of Puntland State, Said Abdullahi Deni, today received a delegation from the Turkish government led by Turkey’s Ambassador to Somalia, Alper Aktaş. The visit follows prolonged discussions […]
AU Mission in Somalia Strongly Denies Reports of Heavy Losses in Barire Battle
MOGADISHU (SD) – The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) has firmly denied media reports claiming that its forces suffered heavy casualties during a battle in the Barire area, located southwest […]
Armed Group Launches Attack on Steel Factory in Daynile District
MOGADISHU An armed group last night launched an attack with heavy gunfire targeting the Steel Factory located in the Daynile district of Mogadishu, where Somali Federal Government troops were stationed. The exact […]
Somaliland accuses Somalia of fueling conflict in the Sool and Sanag regions
HARGEISA (SD) – The Somaliland government has vehemently opposed the newly proclaimed Northeast administration announced in Las Anod, accusing the Somali Federal Government of instigating conflict in the Sool and Sanag regions. […]
Puntland Defense Forces Capture Two ISIS Militants in Bari Region
BOSSASO (SD) – Puntland Defense Forces stationed in the Kalabayr area of Bari region last night captured two members of an ISIS cell that was dismantled during Operation Almiskad. Officials from Operation […]
Agreement to Expand Djiboutian Troops in Somalia Signed
MOGADISHU (SD) – Signing of the Status of Forces Agreement (SoFA) between the Republic of Djibouti and the Federal Republic of Somalia In a move to strengthen the longstanding brotherly relations between […]
Somaliland President Says Ready to Host US Military Base in Berbera, Offers Critical Minerals
HARGEISA (SD) – Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Irro) has stated that his government has established strong ties with the US Department of Defense and the Department of State, expressing its readiness […]
Taiwan and Somaliland Respond to Criticism from Chinese Embassy in Mogadishu
HARGEISA (SD) – The Taiwan Representative Office in Somaliland has issued a statement responding to remarks and accusations from the Chinese Embassy in Mogadishu, which condemned the recent maritime cooperation agreement signed […]
Heavy Fighting erupts in Gedo
MOGADISHU (SD) – Heavy Fighting Erupts Again Between Federal Government Forces and Jubaland Administration Troops in Balad-Hawo, Gedo Region Intense clashes have once again erupted today between forces loyal to the Federal […]
Somaliland responds angrily to Prime Minister Hamza’s call
HARGEISA (SD) – Somaliland President’s Spokesperson, Mr. Hussein Adan Irro (Deyr), stated that the remarks made by the Prime Minister of Somalia, urging their diaspora to demonstrate at the British Parliament, reflect […]
The President of Taiwan praises new agreement between Somaliland and Taiwan
TAIPEI (SD) – The President of Taiwan, Lai Ching-te, praised the new agreement signed in Taipei between the governments of Somaliland and Taiwan, stating that the deal enhances maritime relations between the […]
Federal Government Accuses Jubaland Leader of Provoking Deadly Clashes in Gedo Region
MOGADISHU (SD) – Press Release from the Federal Ministry of Internal Security Strongly Condemns Today’s Renewed Fighting in Balad Hawo District, Gedo Region Between Federal Government and Jubaland Administration Forces A press […]
Puntland Forces Arrest Senior ISIS Financial Official in US-Backed Raid
GAROWE (SD) – Puntland security forces, supported by United States counterterrorism operatives, have captured Abdiweli Mohamed Aw Yusuf (alias Abdiweli Walala), the chief financial officer of ISIS in Somalia and the group’s […]
Somalia’s Military Struggles Amid Al-Shabaab Resurgence and Fading International Support
NAIROBI (SD) – Despite billions in international aid, Somalia’s fight against Al-Shabaab is faltering, according to a recent AFP report. The militant group has recaptured key territories, reversing nearly 90% of the […]
