Somalia
U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu Issues Security Alert Over Imminent Threats
The U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu has warned of credible threats of imminent attacks on multiple locations in Somalia, including Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport. In response, all movements of U.S.…
Inside Story. Burundi’s Removal from the New AU Mission in Somalia
Burundi, a long-time contributor of troops to African Union (AU) peacekeeping missions in Somalia, will not be part of the next AU mission. This decision has come as a disappointment…
Ethiopia PM in Somalia for talks after reconciliation
Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed arrived in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, on Thursday to hold discussions with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Somalia's presidency said, following a thaw in icy relations. The…
Trump’s Policies Create Uncertainty for ‘Friends of Somalia’
The “Friends of Somalia,” a coalition of five nations, has not met since October 2024, and a planned gathering in Mogadishu remains unscheduled. The delay has raised concerns about the…
Ethiopia PM Abiy To Visit Somalia On Thursday
Ethiopian PM to Visit Mogadishu for Talks with Somali President
Somalia and Ukraine: The Battle for Minerals and Geopolitical Struggles
For decades, Somalia and Ukraine have faced instability, war, and foreign interference. While the causes of their turmoil vary, one significant factor is often overlooked: their rich mineral resources. Both…
Ethiopia Outmaneuvers Somalia in AUSOM Dispute
While Somalia successfully limited Ethiopia’s official role in the new AU mission, Ethiopia’s continued deployment in Bay and Bakool
Somali National Army Train with U.S. Forces in Justified Accord 2025
On the front lines of Somalia’s battle against al-Shabaab, Somali soldiers remain committed to securing their country’s future — and they are not alone. Somali Sgt. Mubaarak Abdi Mohamed and…
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The ICJ’s Sudan-UAE Ruling Is a Legal Victory, but a Moral Failure
On 5 May 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered a decision that may…
RSF Attack Kills Kenyan Pilot in Secret Sudan Mission
A Kenyan pilot was killed in northern Sudan after the Sudanese Army launched an attack…
How a U.S. Remittance Fee Threatens Lifelines to Families Overseas
A new bill, the Border Security Investment Act introduced in the United States House of…
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Maritime issues should top Somalia’s UN Security Council agenda
Somalia’s two-year council term is a chance to leverage its strategic position at the crossroads of international maritime trade. For…
Salaam Bank, Enabling Somalia’s Contactless Payment Solution
In recent years, Somalia has emerged as a leading player in the financial technology (FinTech) sector in East Africa, driven…
Somali President Shocks AU During Chairperson Election
The African Union (AU) held its chairperson election on Saturday, February 15, 2025. Many leaders attended the important event. The…
