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Somalia’s IED crisis escalates as nearly 600 attacks kill 1,400 and UNMAS increases support

Mogadishu (HOL) — In the past year, nearly 600 improvised explosive device (IED) attacks have killed or injured more than 1,400 people in Somalia, underscoring the scale of the threat that continues to destabilize the country. With Al-Shabaab using roadsid

Israel cuts off Gaza aid to pressure Hamas to accept a new ceasefire proposal

Israel stopped the entry of all goods and supplies into the Gaza Strip on Sunday and warned of “additional consequences” if Hamas doesn’t accept a new proposal to extend a fragile ceasefire, while key mediator Egypt accused Israel of using “starvatio
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Israel cuts off Gaza aid to pressure Hamas to accept a new ceasefire proposal

Israel stopped the entry of all goods and supplies into the Gaza Strip on Sunday and warned of “additional consequences” if Hamas doesn’t accept a new proposal to extend a fragile ceasefire, while key mediator Egypt accused Israel of using “starvation as a weapon.”

ICE arrests seven at St. Louis Park manufacturing facility

Immigrant advocates are concerned some businesses don’t know that they can prohibit ICE agents from entering their premises if the agents don’t have a signed warrant.
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ICE arrests seven at St. Louis Park manufacturing facility

Immigrant advocates are concerned some businesses don’t know that they can prohibit ICE agents from entering their premises if the agents don’t have a signed warrant.

UN expands maritime inspections to cut Al-Shabaab’s weapons smuggling

Mogadishu (HOL) — The United Nations Security Council has renewed and reinforced its maritime interdiction measures on Somalia on Friday, aiming to strangle weapons smuggling routes and cripple Al-Shabaab's illicit trade network.
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UN expands maritime inspections to cut Al-Shabaab’s weapons smuggling

Mogadishu (HOL) — The United Nations Security Council has renewed and reinforced its maritime interdiction measures on Somalia on Friday, aiming to strangle weapons smuggling routes and cripple Al-Shabaab's illicit trade network.

Trump relaxes limits on counterterrorism strikes outside conventional war zones

The president has rescinded a Biden-era system that required high-level approval for certain drone strikes and commando raids, reverting to a more permissive system.
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Trump relaxes limits on counterterrorism strikes outside conventional war zones

The president has rescinded a Biden-era system that required high-level approval for certain drone strikes and commando raids, reverting to a more permissive system.

ONLF accuses Ethiopia of violating 2018 peace deal, threatens ‘alternative avenues’

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) has accused the Ethiopian government of abandoning the 2018 peace deal, alleging systematic suppression of Somali political participation and marginalization under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s a
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ONLF accuses Ethiopia of violating 2018 peace deal, threatens ‘alternative avenues’

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) has accused the Ethiopian government of abandoning the 2018 peace deal, alleging systematic suppression of Somali political participation and marginalization under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s administration.

Ex-Puntland election chief: Deni allowed ISIS to strengthen for six years

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Puntland administration’s failure to act decisively allowed ISIS to entrench itself in the Bari region over the past six years, according to Dr. Guled Salah Barre, a former chairman of the Puntland Electoral Commission.
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Ex-Puntland election chief: Deni allowed ISIS to strengthen for six years

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Puntland administration’s failure to act decisively allowed ISIS to entrench itself in the Bari region over the past six years, according to Dr. Guled Salah Barre, a former chairman of the Puntland Electoral Commission.

Somalia weighs Indian Ocean port access for neighboring Ethiopia

(Bloomberg) —Somalia may grant landlocked Ethiopia access to a port on the Indian Ocean, a step that may help end a dispute between the neighboring nations over Addis Ababa’s quest to have a direct trade route to the sea.
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Somalia weighs Indian Ocean port access for neighboring Ethiopia

(Bloomberg) —Somalia may grant landlocked Ethiopia access to a port on the Indian Ocean, a step that may help end a dispute between the neighboring nations over Addis Ababa’s quest to have a direct trade route to the sea.

Somali-Canadians see political shift in Ontario as Firin wins, Hassan and Jama falter

TORONTO, Canada (HOL) — The 2025 Ontario provincial election was a turning point for Somali-Canadian political representation, revealing both growing influence and internal divisions.
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Somali-Canadians see political shift in Ontario as Firin wins, Hassan and Jama falter

TORONTO, Canada (HOL) — The 2025 Ontario provincial election was a turning point for Somali-Canadian political representation, revealing both growing influence and internal divisions.

Toronto’s Somali community secures $20M for long-awaited cultural centre

TORONTO, Canada (HOL) — After decades of advocacy and political hurdles, the Somali community in Toronto is one step closer to realizing a long-standing dream. The federal government has committed $20 million to construct the Somali Centre for Culture and R
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Toronto’s Somali community secures $20M for long-awaited cultural centre

TORONTO, Canada (HOL) — After decades of advocacy and political hurdles, the Somali community in Toronto is one step closer to realizing a long-standing dream. The federal government has committed $20 million to construct the Somali Centre for Culture and Recreation (SCCR) in the city’s Rexdale neighbourhood, marking a significant milestone for Black and Muslim communities in Canada’s largest metropolis.

Heavy clashes between Somali forces and Al-Shabaab in Biyo Adde

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces and Al-Shabaab militants engaged in heavy fighting Saturday in Biyo Adde, a town in the Middle Shabelle region, following an attack by the extremist group on military positions, according to local sources.
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Heavy clashes between Somali forces and Al-Shabaab in Biyo Adde

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces and Al-Shabaab militants engaged in heavy fighting Saturday in Biyo Adde, a town in the Middle Shabelle region, following an attack by the extremist group on military positions, according to local sources.

Dr. Mohamed Yusuf, Somalia’s war surgeon, laid to rest in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Dr. Mohamed Yusuf Hassan, a respected Somali surgeon who spent decades operating in war zones and saving lives through some of Somalia’s darkest periods, was laid to rest in Mogadishu on Saturday. For decades, Dr. Mohamed Yusuf Hassan st
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Dr. Mohamed Yusuf, Somalia’s war surgeon, laid to rest in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Dr. Mohamed Yusuf Hassan, a respected Somali surgeon who spent decades operating in war zones and saving lives through some of Somalia’s darkest periods, was laid to rest in Mogadishu on Saturday. For decades, Dr. Mohamed Yusuf Hassan stood between life and death in Somalia’s war-torn capital, his scalpel moving under dim surgical lights as gunfire rattled outside.

Egypt’s foreign minister delivers Sisi’s message to Eritrean president

Mogadishu (HOL) — Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty delivered a personal message from President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki during a diplomatic visit to Asmara on Friday, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry announced Saturday.
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Egypt’s foreign minister delivers Sisi’s message to Eritrean president

Mogadishu (HOL) — Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty delivered a personal message from President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki during a diplomatic visit to Asmara on Friday, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry announced Saturday.

Somali Senate speaker rejects motion to free detained lawmaker Gaboose

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Senate Speaker Abdi Hashi Abdullahi has blocked a motion filed by lawmakers seeking the release of detained senator Ilyas Badal Gaboose, arguing that Gaboose disqualified himself from parliament after proclaiming himself the pr
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Somali Senate speaker rejects motion to free detained lawmaker Gaboose

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Senate Speaker Abdi Hashi Abdullahi has blocked a motion filed by lawmakers seeking the release of detained senator Ilyas Badal Gaboose, arguing that Gaboose disqualified himself from parliament after proclaiming himself the president of Jubaland.

Heavy Clashes Between Somali Forces and Al-Shabaab in Biyo Adde

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces and Al-Shabaab militants engaged in heavy fighting Saturday in Biyo Adde, a town in the Middle Shabelle region, following an attack by the extremist group on military positions, according to local sources.
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Heavy Clashes Between Somali Forces and Al-Shabaab in Biyo Adde

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces and Al-Shabaab militants engaged in heavy fighting Saturday in Biyo Adde, a town in the Middle Shabelle region, following an attack by the extremist group on military positions, according to local sources.

Jubbaland leader criticizes federal government over power struggles and military failures

Kismayo (HOL) – Jubbaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam Madobe has revealed that his decision to walk out of the National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting was due to discussions on extending the federal government's term—something he firmly opposed.
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Jubbaland leader criticizes federal government over power struggles and military failures

Kismayo (HOL) – Jubbaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam Madobe has revealed that his decision to walk out of the National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting was due to discussions on extending the federal government's term—something he firmly opposed.

Kenya will wait to draw down $1.5 bln UAE loan, finance minister says

Kenya will wait to draw cash from a $1.5 billion privately placed bond in the United Arab Emirates so that it can fit into its budget plans for this financial year, Finance Minister John Mbadi said on Friday.
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Kenya will wait to draw down $1.5 bln UAE loan, finance minister says

Kenya will wait to draw cash from a $1.5 billion privately placed bond in the United Arab Emirates so that it can fit into its budget plans for this financial year, Finance Minister John Mbadi said on Friday.

Somali Minister denies blocking former PM Roble’s diplomatic passport clearance

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali State Minister for Foreign Affairs Ali Mohamed Omar Balcad has denied accusations by former Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs obstructed his diplomatic passport clearance for travel to South A
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Somali Minister denies blocking former PM Roble’s diplomatic passport clearance

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali State Minister for Foreign Affairs Ali Mohamed Omar Balcad has denied accusations by former Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs obstructed his diplomatic passport clearance for travel to South Africa.

IGAD welcomes renewed Somalia-Ethiopia diplomatic engagement

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has on Friday welcomed the renewed diplomatic engagement between Ethiopia and Somalia following Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s visit to Mogadishu on Thursday.
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IGAD welcomes renewed Somalia-Ethiopia diplomatic engagement

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has on Friday welcomed the renewed diplomatic engagement between Ethiopia and Somalia following Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s visit to Mogadishu on Thursday.

Somali army forces seize key ISIS stronghold used for terror planning

Garowe (HOL) – Intelligence shared by a foreign government has revealed that Daasaan, a strategic area recently recaptured by Puntland security forces from the Islamic State (ISIS), served as a key operational hub for planning terrorist attacks worldwide, P
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Somali army forces seize key ISIS stronghold used for terror planning

Garowe (HOL) – Intelligence shared by a foreign government has revealed that Daasaan, a strategic area recently recaptured by Puntland security forces from the Islamic State (ISIS), served as a key operational hub for planning terrorist attacks worldwide, Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni said Thursday night.

Somali forces recapture Ba’adweyne district from Al-Shabaab in major military offensive

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali security forces recaptured Ba’adweyne, a strategic district in the southern Mudug region, on Friday following a large-scale military operation to dislodge Al-Shabaab militants who had held the town for years.
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Somali forces recapture Ba’adweyne district from Al-Shabaab in major military offensive

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali security forces recaptured Ba’adweyne, a strategic district in the southern Mudug region, on Friday following a large-scale military operation to dislodge Al-Shabaab militants who had held the town for years.

Police hold 20 women in suspected human trafficking syndicate

Police in Eldama Ravine are investigating a suspected case of human trafficking syndicate after seizing a vehicle ferrying 20 women under unclear circumstances.
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Police hold 20 women in suspected human trafficking syndicate

Police in Eldama Ravine are investigating a suspected case of human trafficking syndicate after seizing a vehicle ferrying 20 women under unclear circumstances.

Five key takeaways as Donald Trump hosts UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer

United States President Donald Trump has hosted British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the first time at the White House for talks about Ukraine’s security, trade relations and the future of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
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Five key takeaways as Donald Trump hosts UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer

United States President Donald Trump has hosted British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the first time at the White House for talks about Ukraine’s security, trade relations and the future of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

Landmine explosion kills five Somali soldiers in Bakool region

Baidoa (HOL) – At least five government soldiers were killed Thursday in a landmine explosion in the Madooda area, south of Hudur, the administrative capital of the Bakool region, according to military sources.
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Landmine explosion kills five Somali soldiers in Bakool region

Baidoa (HOL) – At least five government soldiers were killed Thursday in a landmine explosion in the Madooda area, south of Hudur, the administrative capital of the Bakool region, according to military sources.

Federal judge rules ICE illegally detaining Somali asylum seeker, orders immediate release

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (HOL) — A federal judge has ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is illegally detaining a Somali asylum seeker in Anchorage, ordering his immediate release in a case that highlights contradictions in U.S. immigration polic
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Federal judge rules ICE illegally detaining Somali asylum seeker, orders immediate release

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (HOL) — A federal judge has ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is illegally detaining a Somali asylum seeker in Anchorage, ordering his immediate release in a case that highlights contradictions in U.S. immigration policy.

AU defense ministers approve Somalia troop deployment as ATMIS drawdown nears completion

Mogadishu (HOL) — African defence ministers have approved a detailed deployment strategy for the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), marking a critical phase in Somalia’s security transition.
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AU defense ministers approve Somalia troop deployment as ATMIS drawdown nears completion

Mogadishu (HOL) — African defence ministers have approved a detailed deployment strategy for the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), marking a critical phase in Somalia’s security transition.

FACTBOX - Ethiopia-Somalia dispute: What to know Neighborin

ISTANBUL - Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali arrived Thursday in Somalia for talks on critical issues of mutual interest at the bilateral and regional levels amid improving relations.
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FACTBOX - Ethiopia-Somalia dispute: What to know Neighborin

ISTANBUL - Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali arrived Thursday in Somalia for talks on critical issues of mutual interest at the bilateral and regional levels amid improving relations.

UPDATE: Somalia, Ethiopia reaffirm commitment to stronger ties in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met in Mogadishu on Thursday to reaffirm their nations’ diplomatic, economic, and security commitments as geopolitical tensions continue to shape the Horn of
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UPDATE: Somalia, Ethiopia reaffirm commitment to stronger ties in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met in Mogadishu on Thursday to reaffirm their nations’ diplomatic, economic, and security commitments as geopolitical tensions continue to shape the Horn of Africa.

Ethiopia PM visits Somalia as neighbors try to improve relations

Washington — Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Mogadishu Thursday, as their nations try to mend relations strained by Ethiopia’s deal for sea access with Somaliland – a breakaway republic Somalia con
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Ethiopia PM visits Somalia as neighbors try to improve relations

Washington — Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Mogadishu Thursday, as their nations try to mend relations strained by Ethiopia’s deal for sea access with Somaliland – a breakaway republic Somalia considers part of its territory.

Somali forces regain control of Bal'ad after deadly Al-Shabaab attack

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces regained control of Bal'ad on Thursday after repelling a deadly pre-dawn attack by Al-Shabaab militants, authorities said.
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Somali forces regain control of Bal'ad after deadly Al-Shabaab attack

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government forces regained control of Bal'ad on Thursday after repelling a deadly pre-dawn attack by Al-Shabaab militants, authorities said.

Mortars fired toward airport in Somali capital amid Ethiopian premier’s visit: Report

Several mortars were fired toward the airport in the Somali capital, as the city prepares for a visit from Ethiopian Prime Minister, local media reported.
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Mortars fired toward airport in Somali capital amid Ethiopian premier’s visit: Report

Several mortars were fired toward the airport in the Somali capital, as the city prepares for a visit from Ethiopian Prime Minister, local media reported.

Somalia, Ethiopia reaffirm commitment to stronger ties in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic ties during a high-level meeting in Mogadishu on Thursday.
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Somalia, Ethiopia reaffirm commitment to stronger ties in Mogadishu

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic ties during a high-level meeting in Mogadishu on Thursday.

Ethiopian Prime Minister visits Somalia for talks on maritime dispute, security

Mogadishu (HOL) – Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed arrived in Mogadishu on Thursday for high-level talks with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, marking a pivotal moment in the nations' diplomatic relations following months of strained ties.
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Ethiopian Prime Minister visits Somalia for talks on maritime dispute, security

Mogadishu (HOL) – Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed arrived in Mogadishu on Thursday for high-level talks with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, marking a pivotal moment in the nations' diplomatic relations following months of strained ties.

Liverpool goes 13 points clear in Premier League after midweek games

Liverpool tightened their grip on this season's Premier League title with a 2-0 win at home to Newcastle United on Wednesday night.
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Liverpool goes 13 points clear in Premier League after midweek games

Liverpool tightened their grip on this season's Premier League title with a 2-0 win at home to Newcastle United on Wednesday night.

Somali National Army repels Al-Shabab attack near Bal'ad district in Middle Shabelle region

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali National Army (SNA) forces repelled an Al-Shabab attack on military bases on the outskirts of Bal'ad district in the Middle Shabelle region early Thursday morning, military officials reported.
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Somali National Army repels Al-Shabab attack near Bal'ad district in Middle Shabelle region

Mogadishu (HOL) – Somali National Army (SNA) forces repelled an Al-Shabab attack on military bases on the outskirts of Bal'ad district in the Middle Shabelle region early Thursday morning, military officials reported.

Five African Nations to deploy nearly 12,000 troops for new AUSSOM mission in Somalia

Mogadishu (HOL) – Five African nations, including three of Somalia’s neighbours, will deploy a total of 11,900 troops under the African Union’s new Somalia Mission (AUSSOM) to stabilize and counter Al-Shabaab militants.
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Five African Nations to deploy nearly 12,000 troops for new AUSSOM mission in Somalia

Mogadishu (HOL) – Five African nations, including three of Somalia’s neighbours, will deploy a total of 11,900 troops under the African Union’s new Somalia Mission (AUSSOM) to stabilize and counter Al-Shabaab militants.

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