Politics
75Political news, government updates, and policy changes
Erdogan asks parliament to renew Turkish troop mandate in Somalia
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan submitted a motion to parliament seeking a two-year extension of Turkish military deployment in Somalia, citing counterterrorism, piracy and maritime security cooperation.
Somali deputy speaker accuses deputy police chief of fueling unrest in Lower Shabelle region
Somalia’s second deputy speaker of parliament accused senior security officials of involvement in unrest in Lower Shabelle, but a senior police commander denied the allegations and accused the lawmaker of making false claims.
Former Somali security adviser says Somalia must build independent security capacity as AU mission faces funding crisis
Former Somali National Security Adviser Hussein Moalim warned that Somalia’s security future depends on the government’s ability to reduce reliance on foreign troops and build strong national security institutions.
Somaliland President Urges UK to Support Recognition, Says Independence Drive Is Irreversible
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Cirro) has urged the United Kingdom to play a more active role in supporting Somaliland’s recognition, saying the territory’s decades-long statehood campaign is irreversible while reaffirming closer ties with Britain.
Former Somali President Sharif Defends UAE Ties, Rejects Claims Abu Dhabi Is Backing Somalia’s Opposition
Former Somali President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has defended the United Arab Emirates’ longstanding partnership with Somalia, rejecting allegations that Abu Dhabi is backing opposition politicians. He warned that worsening ties with the UAE could undermine Somalia’s security, economy and diplomatic interests while calling for dialogue over confrontation.
Somali, U.S. forces kill seven al-Shabab militants in Lower Shabelle region
Somalia’s defense ministry said Danab commandos killed seven al-Shabab militants, including a commander, in Lower Shabelle, while U.S. Africa Command confirmed a coordinated strike near Sablaale.
Saudi Arabia funds training for more than 5,000 Somali soldiers in Galgaduud region
Saudi Arabia is funding a military training program for more than 5,000 Somali soldiers in Guri’el district, Galgaduud region, following a defense cooperation agreement signed by the two countries in Riyadh.
Somaliland arrests singer over song criticizing its embassy in Jerusalem
Somaliland singer Khaalid Kaamil has been detained in Hargeisa after recording a song partly criticizing Somaliland’s decision to open an embassy in Jerusalem.
Somalia, Italy sign police training cooperation agreement
Somalia and Italy signed a five-year memorandum of understanding on police training cooperation, expanding security ties and support for Somalia’s law enforcement institutions.
Israeli military shipment sent to Somalia under UN designation – Report
Lebanon’s al-Mayadeen network reported that a military-linked shipment from Israel arrived in Mogadishu under the designation of a U.N. office.
Somaliland president defends opening embassy in Jerusalem after Israel recognition
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro defended his administration’s decision to open an embassy in Jerusalem and establish diplomatic relations with Israel, saying Somaliland’s foreign policy is guided by national interests.
Kenyan government accuses deported Somali Deputy Prime Minister of security-related activities
Kenyan authorities said Somalia’s Deputy Prime Minister Jibril Abdirashid Haji was deported over allegedly illegal Kenyan documents and suspected activities near the Kenya-Somalia border, claims Somali officials have not publicly addressed.
Minnesota man accused in $250 million fraud scheme arrested in Somalia
Abdikerm Abdelahi Eidleh, a Minnesota man accused in the $250 million Feeding Our Future fraud case, was arrested in Mogadishu, Somalia, U.S. prosecutors said.
At least 30 al-Shabaab terrorists killed in Somalia airstrike
Somalia’s defense ministry said Somali National Army airstrikes, conducted with international partners, killed at least 30 al-Shabab militants and destroyed vehicles, weapons and training sites in Middle Shabelle.
Kenya deports Somali deputy prime minister days after President Mohamud returns from Kenya
Somalia’s Deputy Prime Minister Jibril Abdirashid Haji was reportedly denied entry into Kenya and deported from Nairobi over allegations involving a Kenyan passport.
Somaliland President Returns Home from Israel as Somalia Calls for Diplomatic Isolation
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Cirro) returned to Hargeisa following a controversial visit to Israel, where he met top Israeli leaders. His return was marked by public celebrations as Somalia condemned the trip and called for diplomatic isolation of Somaliland.
21 people buried after deadly clan fighting in Sool region
Twenty-one people were buried in Adhi-Addeeye district after deadly clan fighting in Somalia’s Sool region, as officials said security forces had taken control and investigations were underway.
Somaliland gives Ethiopians, Yemenis and other undocumented foreigners 10 days to leave
Somaliland authorities have ordered undocumented foreigners, including Ethiopians, Yemenis, and other non-citizens residing without legal documentation, to leave the territory within 10 days. Officials say the measure is aimed at strengthening security and immigration controls as Somaliland seeks to attract greater international attention and investment.
At least 20 killed in inter-clan fighting in Somalia’s Sool region
At least 20 people were killed and 33 others wounded in inter-clan fighting in Adhi-Addeeye district in Somalia’s Sool region, local sources said.
Israeli government sent troops to Somaliland after recognition, source says
Israel deployed a small contingent of troops to Somaliland earlier this year, weeks after it recognized Somaliland as a country.