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Kenya mourns defense chief killed in helicopter crash

NAIROBI, KENYA — Kenya began three days of mourning on Friday after its defense chief and nine other senior officers were killed in a helicopter crash, the latest military accident involving a high-profile figure.

UN encourages Somali journalists to increase reporting on climate challenges facing Somalia

Mogadishu (HOL) - The United Nations in Somalia is encouraging Somali journalists to increase their reporting on the climate challenges facing Somalia, as the climate crisis affects the lives of millions of Somalis.
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UN encourages Somali journalists to increase reporting on climate challenges facing Somalia

Mogadishu (HOL) - The United Nations in Somalia is encouraging Somali journalists to increase their reporting on the climate challenges facing Somalia, as the climate crisis affects the lives of millions of Somalis.

Second day of displacement in Beledweyne town as heavy rains continue

Beledweyne (HOL) - The fleeing continues in the central Somali town of Beledweyne for the second day following floods caused by heavy rains.
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Second day of displacement in Beledweyne town as heavy rains continue

Beledweyne (HOL) - The fleeing continues in the central Somali town of Beledweyne for the second day following floods caused by heavy rains.

Tottenham’s Champions League hopes hit further by 2-0 loss at Chelsea in Premier League

LONDON (AP) — Tottenham’s hopes of qualifying for the Champions League are getting thinner by the day.
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Tottenham’s Champions League hopes hit further by 2-0 loss at Chelsea in Premier League

LONDON (AP) — Tottenham’s hopes of qualifying for the Champions League are getting thinner by the day.

Kenya, Tanzania brace for cyclone as rains in East Africa kill more than 350

NAIROBI — Kenya and Tanzania were bracing Thursday for a cyclone on the heels of torrential rains that have devastated East Africa, killing more than 350 people and forcing tens of thousands from their homes.
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Kenya, Tanzania brace for cyclone as rains in East Africa kill more than 350

NAIROBI — Kenya and Tanzania were bracing Thursday for a cyclone on the heels of torrential rains that have devastated East Africa, killing more than 350 people and forcing tens of thousands from their homes.

Turkey says it halts trade with Israel over Gaza aid access

Turkey has halted exports and imports to and from Israel, the Turkish Ministry of Trade says, citing the “worsening humanitarian tragedy” in Gaza.
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Turkey says it halts trade with Israel over Gaza aid access

Turkey has halted exports and imports to and from Israel, the Turkish Ministry of Trade says, citing the “worsening humanitarian tragedy” in Gaza.

Kenya names new defense chief after deadly helicopter crash

Kenyan President William Ruto on Thursday named Charles Muriu Kahariri as defense chief after the death of his predecessor in a helicopter crash.
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Kenya names new defense chief after deadly helicopter crash

Kenyan President William Ruto on Thursday named Charles Muriu Kahariri as defense chief after the death of his predecessor in a helicopter crash.

New EU visa restrictions impact Ethiopians, Somali community affected

London (HOL) — The European Union, citing Ethiopia's lack of cooperation in repatriating citizens residing illegally in EU countries, announced on Monday a tightening of visa requirements for Ethiopian nationals.
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New EU visa restrictions impact Ethiopians, Somali community affected

London (HOL) — The European Union, citing Ethiopia's lack of cooperation in repatriating citizens residing illegally in EU countries, announced on Monday a tightening of visa requirements for Ethiopian nationals.

How the Somali Community Reacted to Dr Abdirashiid (Jiley) coming to Minnesota

It is an honor and a great privilege to visit with the Minnesota Member of Parliament of Somalia and the Somali envoy for Health and Nutrition, Dr. Abdirashiid Jiley. We had a great panel discussion to discuss the current situation in Somalia and the dispute
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How the Somali Community Reacted to Dr Abdirashiid (Jiley) coming to Minnesota

It is an honor and a great privilege to visit with the Minnesota Member of Parliament of Somalia and the Somali envoy for Health and Nutrition, Dr. Abdirashiid Jiley. We had a great panel discussion to discuss the current situation in Somalia and the disputes over the constitutional amendment.

Somali cabinet approves Somalia-Turkey judiciary agreement

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Council of Ministers approved a judiciary and justice agreement between Somalia and Turkey during Thursday's weekly meeting in Mogadishu.
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Somali cabinet approves Somalia-Turkey judiciary agreement

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Council of Ministers approved a judiciary and justice agreement between Somalia and Turkey during Thursday's weekly meeting in Mogadishu.

Abgal traditional elders demand immediate resignation of Hirshabelle President Ali Gudlawe

Mogadishu (HOL)—Traditional elders from the Abgal clan have accused Hirshabelle State President Ali Gudlawe Hussein of failing to lead the administration and called for his immediate resignation.
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Abgal traditional elders demand immediate resignation of Hirshabelle President Ali Gudlawe

Mogadishu (HOL)—Traditional elders from the Abgal clan have accused Hirshabelle State President Ali Gudlawe Hussein of failing to lead the administration and called for his immediate resignation.

Foreign Minister meets Somali counterpart

Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Foreign Affairs Minister, held a meeting with his Somali counterpart, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, on the sidelines of the third session of the Arab Economic and Cooperation Forum with Central Asian Countries and the Republic of Az
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Foreign Minister meets Somali counterpart

Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Foreign Affairs Minister, held a meeting with his Somali counterpart, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, on the sidelines of the third session of the Arab Economic and Cooperation Forum with Central Asian Countries and the Republic of Azerbaijan, held today in Doha.

Flooding forces hundreds to flee homes in Beledweyne town

Beledweyne (HOL) - Hundreds of families fled their homes in the central Somali town of Beledweyne on Thursday following five consecutive days of rainfall, which caused flooding.
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Flooding forces hundreds to flee homes in Beledweyne town

Beledweyne (HOL) - Hundreds of families fled their homes in the central Somali town of Beledweyne on Thursday following five consecutive days of rainfall, which caused flooding.

Kenya arrests high-profile Al-Shabaab militant Abu Mahir in Lamu

Nairobi (HOL) — Kenyan security forces have arrested Mustakima Mohammed Ali, also known as Abu Mahir, a suspected member of the militant group Al-Shabaab.
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Kenya arrests high-profile Al-Shabaab militant Abu Mahir in Lamu

Nairobi (HOL) — Kenyan security forces have arrested Mustakima Mohammed Ali, also known as Abu Mahir, a suspected member of the militant group Al-Shabaab.

SSC Khatumo leader accuses Somaliland of mobilizing for SSC invasion

Las Anod(HOL) — Abdiqadir Ahmed Aw-Ali Firdhiye, the leader of SSC Khatumo, said that Somaliland is mobilizing troops and military vehicles to the Oog battlefronts and potentially planning an attack on the Sool region. Tensions are escalating with SSC Khatu
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SSC Khatumo leader accuses Somaliland of mobilizing for SSC invasion

Las Anod(HOL) — Abdiqadir Ahmed Aw-Ali Firdhiye, the leader of SSC Khatumo, said that Somaliland is mobilizing troops and military vehicles to the Oog battlefronts and potentially planning an attack on the Sool region. Tensions are escalating with SSC Khatumo amidst preparations for the 33rd anniversary of the breakaway region's declaration of independence.

Swedish security service detains imam linked to Islamic State in Somalia

Stockholm (HOL) — The Swedish Security Service (Säpo) has confirmed the arrest of a 60-year-old imam in Tyresö, south of Stockholm, marking a significant escalation in a terrorism investigation that has gripped the community.
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Swedish security service detains imam linked to Islamic State in Somalia

Stockholm (HOL) — The Swedish Security Service (Säpo) has confirmed the arrest of a 60-year-old imam in Tyresö, south of Stockholm, marking a significant escalation in a terrorism investigation that has gripped the community.

Arab Economic Forum slams Ethiopia-Somaliland port deal as threat to regional stability

Doha (HOL) - The countries in the Arab Economic and Cooperation Forum with Central Asian Countries and the Republic of Azerbaijan strongly supported the Somali government in its efforts to preserve Somali sovereignty on land, sea and air.
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Arab Economic Forum slams Ethiopia-Somaliland port deal as threat to regional stability

Doha (HOL) - The countries in the Arab Economic and Cooperation Forum with Central Asian Countries and the Republic of Azerbaijan strongly supported the Somali government in its efforts to preserve Somali sovereignty on land, sea and air.

Hiiraan State President blames al-Shabab for inter-clan fighting

Beledweyne (HOL) - The President of Hiiraan State and Commander of the Public Defense Forces, Ali Jeyte Osman, has accused al-Shabab militants of instigating the recent inter-clan fighting that occurred along the borders of Hiiraan and Middle Shabelle regions
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Hiiraan State President blames al-Shabab for inter-clan fighting

Beledweyne (HOL) - The President of Hiiraan State and Commander of the Public Defense Forces, Ali Jeyte Osman, has accused al-Shabab militants of instigating the recent inter-clan fighting that occurred along the borders of Hiiraan and Middle Shabelle regions.

Qatar takes part in sixth meeting of quint group on Somalia

The State of Qatar participated in the Sixth meeting of the quint group on Somalia, held today in London, with the participation of the United States of America, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Turkiye and the Federal Republic o
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Qatar takes part in sixth meeting of quint group on Somalia

The State of Qatar participated in the Sixth meeting of the quint group on Somalia, held today in London, with the participation of the United States of America, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Turkiye and the Federal Republic of Somalia.

Turkish spy chief Kalın holds meeting with Somali president

The chief of Türkiye's National Intelligence Organization (MIT) Ibrahim Kalın and Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held a meeting in Mogadishu on Tuesday.
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Turkish spy chief Kalın holds meeting with Somali president

The chief of Türkiye's National Intelligence Organization (MIT) Ibrahim Kalın and Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held a meeting in Mogadishu on Tuesday.

Somaliland insists on finalizing Ethiopia deal despite international concerns

Hargeisa (HOL) - The Somaliland government reiterated its commitment to completing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ethiopia within two months, despite Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed facing international pressure to cancel the deal.
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Somaliland insists on finalizing Ethiopia deal despite international concerns

Hargeisa (HOL) - The Somaliland government reiterated its commitment to completing the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ethiopia within two months, despite Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed facing international pressure to cancel the deal.

UK launches programme to boost women and children health in Somalia

«Better Lives» is set to deliver high-impact health and nutrition services, including immunisation, maternal and newborn care.
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UK launches programme to boost women and children health in Somalia

«Better Lives» is set to deliver high-impact health and nutrition services, including immunisation, maternal and newborn care.

Vinícius Júnior leads Real Madrid to 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich in Champions League semifinal

MUNICH (AP) — Vinícius Júnior scored twice for Real Madrid to draw 2-2 at Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal on Tuesday.
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Vinícius Júnior leads Real Madrid to 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich in Champions League semifinal

MUNICH (AP) — Vinícius Júnior scored twice for Real Madrid to draw 2-2 at Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal on Tuesday.

Kenya floods: Survivors seek loved ones as evacuation ordered

Kenyans living in areas at risk of flooding or landslides will be asked to evacuate on Wednesday, the country's president has said.
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Kenya floods: Survivors seek loved ones as evacuation ordered

Kenyans living in areas at risk of flooding or landslides will be asked to evacuate on Wednesday, the country's president has said.

Somali Prime Minister vows no return to indirect elections, promises direct voting

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre has pledged that the country will not revert to the previous method of indirect elections held at the Afisyoni tent inside Mogadishu's Aden Adde Airport.
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Somali Prime Minister vows no return to indirect elections, promises direct voting

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre has pledged that the country will not revert to the previous method of indirect elections held at the Afisyoni tent inside Mogadishu's Aden Adde Airport.

SSC-Khatumo accuses Somaliland of instigating new conflict in Sanag region

Las Anod (HOL) - The SSC Khatumo administration has accused the Somaliland administration of fueling conflicts in the areas of the Sanag region following the recent killing of two civilians from SSC areas.
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SSC-Khatumo accuses Somaliland of instigating new conflict in Sanag region

Las Anod (HOL) - The SSC Khatumo administration has accused the Somaliland administration of fueling conflicts in the areas of the Sanag region following the recent killing of two civilians from SSC areas.

Man with sword arrested after attack in Hainault, north-east London

A man with a sword has been arrested after an attack on members of the public and police officers in Hainault, north-east London, police have said.
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Man with sword arrested after attack in Hainault, north-east London

A man with a sword has been arrested after an attack on members of the public and police officers in Hainault, north-east London, police have said.

Ten people killed in inter-clan fighting Galgaduud region

Dhusamareb (HOL) - At least ten people were killed and 15 others wounded in inter-clan fighting in the northern part of the Galgaduud region on Monday.
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Ten people killed in inter-clan fighting Galgaduud region

Dhusamareb (HOL) - At least ten people were killed and 15 others wounded in inter-clan fighting in the northern part of the Galgaduud region on Monday.

Lightning strike kills 300 goats in Hiiraan region

Beledweyne (HOL) - At least 300 goats were killed after lightning struck in the Hiiraan region on Sunday, according to residents and local officials on Monday.
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Lightning strike kills 300 goats in Hiiraan region

Beledweyne (HOL) - At least 300 goats were killed after lightning struck in the Hiiraan region on Sunday, according to residents and local officials on Monday.

Missile attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels damages a ship in the Red Sea

A missile attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels damaged a ship in the Red Sea on Monday, authorities said, the latest assault in their campaign against shipping in the crucial maritime route.
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Missile attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels damages a ship in the Red Sea

A missile attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels damaged a ship in the Red Sea on Monday, authorities said, the latest assault in their campaign against shipping in the crucial maritime route.

Israeli officials eye threat of ICC arrest warrants over war in Gaza

Israeli media reports say the International Criminal Court might soon issue arrest warrants for senior Israeli government and military officials.
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Israeli officials eye threat of ICC arrest warrants over war in Gaza

Israeli media reports say the International Criminal Court might soon issue arrest warrants for senior Israeli government and military officials.

Somali government expands vaccination efforts, targets 1.5 Million children in 2024

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali government is expected to vaccinate 1.5 million children, including those who have not received any doses (zero-dose children) and those who have not completed their multi-dose vaccine series, as the age range for vaccination has bee
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Somali government expands vaccination efforts, targets 1.5 Million children in 2024

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali government is expected to vaccinate 1.5 million children, including those who have not received any doses (zero-dose children) and those who have not completed their multi-dose vaccine series, as the age range for vaccination has been expanded to include children up to five years old.

EU tightens visa requirements for Ethiopians over a lack of government cooperation on deportations

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union announced on Monday that it is tightening visa requirements for people from Ethiopia, accusing the government there of a failure to cooperate in taking back citizens found to be living illegally in the 27-nation bloc.
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EU tightens visa requirements for Ethiopians over a lack of government cooperation on deportations

BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union announced on Monday that it is tightening visa requirements for people from Ethiopia, accusing the government there of a failure to cooperate in taking back citizens found to be living illegally in the 27-nation bloc.

Somali Ministry of Health conducts immunization workshop for journalists in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Ministry of Health, in collaboration with UNICEF and WHO, organized a two-day media orientation workshop on immunization for thirty journalists from across the country on April 24th and 25th in Mogadishu.
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Somali Ministry of Health conducts immunization workshop for journalists in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Ministry of Health, in collaboration with UNICEF and WHO, organized a two-day media orientation workshop on immunization for thirty journalists from across the country on April 24th and 25th in Mogadishu.

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