Moyale, Kenya| Two South Korean nationals who were abducted from the border town of Odda in Moyale, Marsabit County, nine months ago are reportedly being held captive in Somalia by suspected members of the Al Shabaab terrorist group. The victims, identified as Mr. David Lee and his mother-in-law, Ms. Hiwi Sokk Cheon, were kidnapped on […]
In a move that significantly escalates tensions in the Horn of Africa, the Federal Government of Somalia has issued a new directive barring holders of Taiwanese passports from entering or transiting through its airspace—including the self-declared independent region of Somaliland. The measure, which came into effect on April 30, 2025, was formalized through a Notice […]
•The Visit of Such Nature by a High-Ranking Federal Government Official Last Happened Over 40 Years Ago LasAnod, Somalia| In a landmark moment for Somalia’s political landscape, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre arrived in LasAnod on Saturday, marking the first visit by a sitting Somali premier to the city in more than four decades. The […]
Garowe, Somalia| Puntland has strongly opposed Somalia’s National Identification Card registration initiative, calling it a politically motivated scheme that threatens the region’s autonomy. The semi-autonomous state warned its residents against participating in the program, arguing that it is legally questionable, financially burdensome, and a potential tool for political manipulation. In an official statement on Tuesday, […]
Mogadishu, Somalia| Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Mogadishu’s Xamar-Jajab district while en route to join Somali National Army (SNA) troops in Hirshabelle for Iftar. The attack, which occurred on Tuesday, has once again highlighted the persistent security threats posed by the Al-Qaeda-linked militant group, Al-Shabaab. The Attack and Its […]
Mogadishu, Somalia| The European Union Training Mission in Somalia (EUTM-S) recently conducted an intensive military exercise, codenamed “Silent Thunder,” aimed at bolstering the capabilities of its Force Protection Unit (FPU) and refining ROLE 1 medical procedures. This initiative underscores the mission’s commitment to maintaining high levels of security, operational effectiveness, and readiness in a volatile […]
Garowe, Somalia| Puntland security forces have seized what they describe as a major headquarters of ISIS-affiliated militants in the Cal-Miskaad mountain range, marking a significant development in ongoing counterterrorism efforts in northeastern Somalia. The Puntland Counterterrorism Center confirmed the capture of the base, located in Buqa-Caleed, as part of broader operations aimed at weakening the […]
Mogadishu, Somalia| The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, hosted a crucial meeting with the Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed, at Villa Somalia during the Ethiopian leader’s official working visit to the country. The discussions between the two leaders focused on enhancing cooperation in security, […]
Addis Ababa, FDRE| The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, held a crucial meeting with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed, on the sidelines of the 38th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa. The discussions centered on regional stability, counterterrorism efforts, and strengthening bilateral relations between the two neighboring nations. […]
Baku, Azerbaijan| In a historic diplomatic engagement, the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Dr Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, and the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mr Ilham Aliyev, met today in Baku to sign a series of key agreements aimed at enhancing cooperation between the two nations. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral […]
