In Somalia’s complex and often volatile political and security environment, Puntland State emerges as a remarkable example of resilience, pragmatic leadership, and forward-looking governance. Over the past decade, Puntland has demonstrated a capacity to harmonize counter-terrorism efforts, democratic institution-building, and inclusive political engagement. Its notable achievements — including the successful containment of ISIS militants in the Almisqad Mountains, the gradual implementation of localized democratic reforms, and the cultivation of constructive political and Security partnerships with Somaliland, Galmudug, Jubaland, and opposition actors under the Somali National Salvation Council provide critical insights for Somalia’s broader state-building project.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The commander of Somalia's Ma'awisley community defense forces, a local militia fighting al-Shabaab, said a senior militant commander recently killed by local forces and government forces was responsible for the massacre of civilians in the Hiiraan region last year.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Salvation Forum, a coalition of opposition groups, has strongly condemned the recent arrests and threats against journalists and members of a committee defending the rights of people displaced from Mogadishu’s Sinai Market.

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland Dervish forces on Monday captured a Turkish national identified as Feyzul Hashim Suleyman, a member of ISIS, during an operation in the Togga Balade area of the Bari region.

Aden (HOL) — Yemeni Defense Minister Maj. Gen. Mohsen al-Daari met Monday with Somali Ambassador to Yemen Abdulhakim Mohamed in Aden to discuss bilateral relations and security cooperation.

President Donald Trump called for a new era of harmony in the Middle East on Monday during a global summit on Gaza’s future, trying to advance broader peace in the region after visiting Israel to celebrate a U.S.-brokered ceasefire with Hamas.

Kenyan lawmakers have passed a bill to regulate digital assets like cryptocurrencies, a senior parliamentarian said on Monday, as it seeks to boost investments into the sector by putting clear rules in place for the emerging industry.

Israel and Hamas moved ahead on a key first step of the tenuous Gaza ceasefire agreement on Monday by freeing hostages and prisoners, raising hopes that the U.S.-brokered deal might lead to a permanent end to the two-year war that ravaged the Palestinian territory.

The Port of Mogadishu, Somalia’s largest harbour, is at a pivotal moment as rising regional trade among Eastern Africa ports creates new opportunities. Appointed Director General in August, I am prioritizing the modernization of operations, expansion of capacity, and strengthening of the port’s role in regional commerce.

Bosaso (HOL) — Puntland security forces launched a major offensive Monday on an ISIS stronghold in the Al Miskaad mountain range, targeting what officials believe to be the hideout of the group’s deputy leader in Somalia, Abdirahman Faahiye Isse Mahmoud.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Somali government have reached a staff-level agreement on the fourth review of Somalia’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF), a deal that could release US$30 million in new funding to support reforms and stabilize the nation’s fragile economy.

Three Qatari officials have been killed in a car crash near the Egyptian Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, according to the Qatari Embassy in Cairo.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government has expressed deep sorrow and sincere condolences to the government and people of Qatar following the deaths of three Qatari officials in a car crash near the Egyptian Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s National Communications Authority (NCA) and the Ministry of Communications and Technology (MoCT), in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), on Sunday launched a two-day National Multi-Stakeholder Consultation Workshop to validate the country’s Digital Transformation Strategy (2025–2030).

Doctors working at the Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Training and Research Hospital in Somalia have become leaders in modern medicine in their country through education integrated with the Turkish health care system.

Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi will chair an international summit to discuss the US president’s proposal to end Israel’s war on Gaza in Sharm el-Sheikh on Monday.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Former President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed on Sunday strongly condemned the arrest of Himilo TV Director Ahmed Mohamed Aden and his Deputy Director Khadar Abdirahman Ibrahim.

Garowe (HOL) — Political parties in Puntland have cancelled their central council meetings after the regional government halted monthly financial support, which threatens to derail the state’s fragile democratic experiment.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, on Sunday for a high-level visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties amid renewed efforts to stabilize relations between the two Horn of Africa neighbors.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali senators have sharply criticized the Upper House for failing to fulfill its constitutional responsibilities, accusing the chamber of becoming largely inactive and detached from the country’s federal system.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Immigration and Citizenship Agency (ICA) has announced the launch of an international tender to produce a new third-generation passport as part of efforts to modernize national identification systems and meet global travel security standards.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia is set to join the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) for the first time, marking a significant step toward the country’s full integration into the East African Community (EAC).

Bosaso (HOL) — A military base operated by the United Arab Emirates in the Somali port city of Bosaso is being used as a transit point for Colombian mercenaries fighting in Sudan’s civil war, according to a joint investigation by The Guardian and Colombian outlet La Silla Vacía.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia is set to join the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) for the first time, marking a significant step toward the country’s full integration into the East African Community (EAC).

Taliban and Pakistani forces have exchanged fire across the Afghanistan-Pakistan border, prompting calls for restraint from Iran, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, as tensions escalate following an air strike on the Afghan capital, Kabul, earlier this week.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Minister of Defense Ahmed Macalin Fiqi has announced a nationwide ban on the use of unmarked army vehicles and unidentified soldiers, citing security concerns following last week’s al-Shabaab attack on Mogadishu’s heavily guarded Godka Jilacow prison.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali National Army has confiscated a military vehicle driven by Col. Ali Xuubey, a former officer no longer serving in the armed forces, amid an ongoing crackdown on unauthorized possession of government military assets.

Mogadishu (HOL) — The Somali National Army (SNA) has issued a nationwide warning against civilians wearing or displaying military uniforms, insignia, or using vehicles belonging to the armed forces, saying such actions threaten public safety and national security.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Federal Parliament has approved the country’s long-awaited Human Rights Commission, a landmark step in strengthening accountability and advancing the nation’s commitment to international human rights standards.

Garowe (HOL) — Puntland authorities have defended their recent agreement with Somaliland, following widespread criticism and debate within the regional state.

Dhusamareeb (HOL) — Security forces in Galmudug have arrested two individuals suspected of murdering a woman and her children in the Qayib area of the Galgaduud region, officials said on Friday.

Badhan (HOL) — Senior security and administrative officials in the Sanaag region have on Wednesday strongly denied U.S. report that a man killed in an American airstrike in September was an arms dealer for the al-Shabab militant group.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government, in cooperation with international aid agencies, has repatriated 148 Somali citizens from Yemen.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali government has welcomed regional and international efforts that led to the recent agreement between Hamas and Israel, reached in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, on Thursday.