Somalia: U.S. Embassy Issues Security Alert for U.S. Citizens in Somalia

The U.S. Embassy in Somalia issued a security alert for American citizens, reminding them of ongoing risks in the country despite the lifting of restrictions for official U.S.… Read more »

Somalia: UN Security Council Extends Sanctions Against Al-Shabaab

The United Nations Security Council has officially extended the authorization for member states to stop any ships from exporting weapons or charcoal illegally from Somalia, a… Read more »

Somalia: Mohamed Abdi Hassan Wins Seat 248 in Somalia's Parliament

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission of Somalia held the election for the vacant Seat 248 in the House of the People of the Federal Parliament today, in the central… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Government Forces Repel Al-Shabaab Attack

Somali government forces, backed by local clan militias known as Macwiisley, repelled an attack by Al-Shabaab militants in the Boos-Hareeri area of the Aadan-Yabaal district,… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Military Kills 40 Al-Shabab Militants in Operation

The Somali military announced Monday that it had killed more than 40 Al-Shabab militants during a coordinated operation in the central Hirshabelle state, marking a significant blow… Read more »

Ethiopia: Somalia and Ethiopia Make Progress On Talks for Port Access

Ethiopia and Somalia are on a path for renewed cooperation after the two sides agreed to end the Somaliland port dispute. Last week, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed toured… Read more »

Somalia: UN Security Council Renews Maritime Arms Embargo on Somalia

To enforce the arms embargo on Somalia, the Security Council decided today to reauthorize maritime interdiction of illicit weapons imports and charcoal exports, reiterating its… Read more »

Somalia: U.S. Forces Support Somalia in Airstrikes Against Al-Shabaab

At the request of the Federal Government of Somalia, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) conducted airstrikes on March 1, 2025, targeting al Shabaab militants near Ceel Baraf, in… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Foreign Ministry Official Discusses New AU Peacekeeping Mission

Somalia's State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ali Balcad, addressed the ongoing African Union Mision in Somalia, [AUSSOM] stating that the country retains full autonomy over the… Read more »

Somalia: USAID Faces Accusations of Funding Al-Shabaab, Other Militant Groups

Two U.S. lawmakers are accusing the U.S. Agency for International Development of providing financial support to Al-Shabaab, Hamas, and the Taliban, alleging that taxpayer money is… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia Signs Energy Cooperation Deal With Azerbaijan

Somalia's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Dahir Shire Maxamed, has signed a cooperation agreement on energy and oil exploration with Azerbaijan's Minister of Energy,… Read more »

Somalia: Mortar Shells Rain Down Around Mogadishu Airport

Mortar shells struck near Aden Adde International Airport in the Somali capital on Thursday as security forces heightened measures ahead of a planned visit by Ethiopian Prime… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Army Faces Challenges Holding Liberated Areas As Al-Shabaab Attacks Surge

Somali National Army Ground Forces Commander General Sahal Abdullahi Omar rallied troops in the town of Aadan Yabaal on Thursday after attacks. Read more »

Somalia: Somali Army Fends Off Al-Shabaab Attack in Middle Shabelle Region

The Somali National Army (SNA) thwarted an assault by Al-Shabaab militants on military bases near Bal'ad district in the Middle Shabelle region,30 kilometers north of Mogadishu… Read more »

Somalia: Al-Shabaab Attacks Villages in Lower Shabelle Region

Armed groups affiliated with Al-Shabaab launched a heavy attack on villages in the Lower Shabelle region, local sources reported. Read more »

Somalia: Airstrikes Target Al-Shabaab Strongholds in Lower Shabelle

On the night of February 23, airstrikes hit several locations in the Lower Shabelle region of Somalia, particularly the towns of Hawaay, Sablaale, Xaramka, and Arbacoow. The… Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Arrives in Tripoli to Boost Ties With Libya

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud landed in Tripoli on Monday for an official visit, warmly welcomed by Libyan officials as both nations seek to deepen their bilateral… Read more »

Somalia: Reinforcements Arrive in Somalia's Hirshabelle to Assist Troops Fighting Al-Shabaab

Reports from the HirShabelle state of Somalia indicate that many troops from Galmudug state have arrived in areas within the Middle Shabelle region. The reinforcements include both… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Forces Working to Secure Areas Hit By Major Al-Shabaab Attack

Somali government forces are working to fully secure areas in the Middle Shabelle region that were attacked by Al-Shabaab militants on Thursday, as the situation remains tense in… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Police Commissioner Leads Security Meeting As Ramadan Approaches

Somali Police Commissioner Major General Asad Osman Abdullahi led a high-level security meeting with police leaders, department heads, and independent units at the force's… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Defense Minister and Turkish Counterpart Discuss Strengthening Security Cooperation

Somali Minister of Defense, Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, and his Turkish counterpart, Yaşar Güler, held a significant meeting at Turkey's Ministry of Defense to discuss… Read more »

Somalia: Somali Forces Clash With Al-Shabaab in Hirshabelle State, Heavy Casualties Reported

Somali National Army forces, supported by local fighters, clashed with Al-Shabaab militants early Thursday in the Middle Shabelle region, military officials said. The fierce… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia's Top Leaders in Talks Amid Rising Political Pressure

Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Prime Minister held late-night talks on Tuesday to address growing political pressure from Parliament, sources familiar with the… Read more »

Africa: Somali Govt Denies Former PM Roble Diplomatic Passport for South Africa Trip

Somalia's federal government has refused to issue former Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble a letter of approval to travel to South Africa on a diplomatic passport, sources told… Read more »

Somalia: Somalia and Ethiopia Wrap Up Technical Negotiations in Ankara

The first round of technical negotiations between Somalia and Ethiopia within the scope of the Ankara Declaration adopted on 11 December 2024 took place today in Ankara. Read more »