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Somaliland Arrests Prominent Journalist Over Critical Report, Drawing Condemnation
Somaliland police have arrested prominent journalist Hassan Gallaydh during a university graduation ceremony, triggering criticism from opposition figures and renewed concerns over worsening press freedom and the treatment of journalists.
Explosion Hits Key Somali Town Amid Lull in Government War on Al-Shabaab
A landmine explosion at a construction site in Beledweyne, central Somalia, has killed one person and injured two others, raising fresh security concerns in the Hiiraan region.
Kenyan Health Minister Duale Defies Calls to Stay Out of Garissa Politics
Kenya’s Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has rejected calls to stay out of Garissa politics, vowing to continue expressing his views on the county's leadership and future elections.
Somali Interior Minister Survives Impeachment Motion After Speaker Cancels Proposal
Somalia’s parliament has cancelled a motion seeking the removal of Interior Minister Ali Yusuf Ali Hosh after several lawmakers reportedly denied signing or supporting the proposal.
Egypt Presses Somalia to Free Eight Sailors Held by Pirates on Hijacked Ship
Egypt has urged Somalia to intensify efforts to secure the release of eight Egyptian sailors held for months aboard the hijacked MT Eureka off the Somali coast.
Airstrike targets key Al-Shabaab meeting site in southern Somalia
An airstrike has targeted a suspected Al-Shabaab meeting site outside Baidoa, with local sources reporting casualties and the destruction of weapons and military vehicles.
Somalia Warns of Resurgent Piracy as Attacks Rise Off Puntland Coast
Somalia has condemned a resurgence of piracy off Puntland, warning that attacks on commercial vessels in the Gulf of Aden have increased since August and pose a growing threat to ships and their crews.
Two Somali Men Helped Build Al-Shabaab-Houthi Weapons and Training Ties
Two Somali men reportedly played key roles in deepening ties between Al-Shabaab and Yemen’s Houthis, facilitating weapons requests, military training and direct contacts between the two groups.
Al-Shabaab Launches Series of Attacks on Kenyan Security Positions in Northeast
Al-Shabaab militants reportedly attacked multiple Kenyan security and military positions across Wajir, Garissa and Mandera overnight, highlighting renewed security concerns along Kenya’s border with Somalia.
Somalia weighs financial and travel sanctions against ousted South West leader Laftagareen
Somalia’s federal government is considering financial and travel restrictions against ousted South West leader Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen and his political allies, amid escalating tensions and recent armed clashes in Baidoa.
Turkish Warship Docks in Mogadishu Days After MV Lutuf Freed From Pirates
A Turkish naval warship has arrived in Mogadishu days after the pirate-held MV Lutuf was freed, highlighting Türkiye's expanding role in Somalia's maritime security and offshore energy operations.
Somalia’s President Heads to New York for UNGA 2026 Amid Election Crisis at Home
Somalia’s membership of the Security Council, which runs until the end of 2026, has provided the government with an opportunity to directly participate in deliberations on major international security issues.
Somali government, opposition near political deal on democratic transition task force
Somalia’s federal government and opposition groups are nearing a political agreement to establish a Democratic Transition Task Force, as talks continue over elections and the country’s political future.
Somalia Says Ankara Declaration Has Replaced Ethiopia-Somaliland Deal
Somalia says the Ankara Declaration now governs its relationship with Ethiopia, shifting attention away from the disputed 2024 Ethiopia-Somaliland agreement and toward negotiations over Addis Ababa's access to the sea.
Former Somali Spy Chief Warns Doolow Drone Attack Could Have Regional Fallout
Former Somali intelligence chief Fahad Yasin warns that the alleged Doolow drone strike could have far-reaching political and security consequences for Somalia and neighbouring countries.
Growing Pirate-Terrorist Links Threaten Somalia’s Coastal Security
A Somali maritime official has warned that pirate networks and extremist groups could strengthen financial ties, posing a growing threat to Somalia’s coastal security and international shipping.
US Expands Military Presence in Somalia’s Puntland as Airstrikes Target ISIS
The United States is reportedly expanding its military presence in Somalia’s Puntland as US drones conduct operations against ISIS in the Cal-Miskaad mountains and plans advance for a new facility in Bosaso.
Airstrike on Top General’s House Fuels New Political Crisis in Somalia
Former South West leader Abdiaziz Laftagareen has accused Somalia's federal government of carrying out alleged F-16 air strikes in Doolow and near Baidoa, including what he claims was an attempt to assassinate a military commander.
Somali Forces Repel Attack in Baidoa, Defence Ministry Says
The Defence Ministry accused fighters loyal to former South West State president Laftagareen of joining Al-Shabaab. South West State authorities said 40 attackers were killed.
Jubaland, Puntland Reject Mogadishu Meeting as Election Talks in Somalia Hit Roadblock
Jubaland and Puntland leaders reject a proposed Mogadishu meeting, demanding international guarantees for any agreement on Somalia’s disputed electoral process.