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Somalia
Somalia: Federal Government Denies Plans to Create New Jubaland in Gedo Region
A senior Somali federal official has denied reports of plans to establish a new regional administration in the southern Gedo region under the name “New Jubaland,” amid rising political speculation and public concern.
East Africa
Germany Flags Terror Threats in Kenya’s Border Zones with Somalia
Germany’s Foreign Ministry has issued a travel warning for its citizens residing in or traveling to Kenya, highlighting an increased risk of terrorist attacks, especially in crowded public places such as hotels, markets, and transportation hubs. The advisory specifically warns about regions near the Somalia border, where militant groups remain active.
Somalia
AU and EU Meet in Mogadishu to Strengthen Somalia Peace Efforts
In a pivotal step toward reinforcing peace and stability in Somalia, the Deputy Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission for Somalia, Ambassador Moukhtar Osman Kaire, convened a high-level meeting in Mogadishu with a senior delegation from the European Union (EU) led by EU Ambassador to Somalia, Francesca Di Mauro.
Somalia
Somalia: Clan Militia kills Al-Shabaab Commander linked to 2023 Civilian Massacre
A senior Al-Shabaab commander killed in a recent U.S.-backed raid was behind a 2023 massacre of over 20 civilians on a Somali highway, a leader of the pro-government Macawisley militia said Monday, calling the death a major victory for local communities.
Politics
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Arrives in Ethiopia for High-Level Talks
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Sunday for an official working visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the two neighboring countries, according to a statement from Villa Somalia.
Somalia
Somali MPs Approve New Rights Commission Despite Criticism
The Somali Parliament’s Lower House on Saturday approved the establishment of a new government-run Human Rights Commission, presented by the Minister of Family Affairs, Khadiija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, amid loud commotion and heated disputes. The session was attended by only a small number of members of parliament.
Somalia
UAE Base in Somalia Used to Funnel Colombian Mercenaries to Sudan War, Probe Finds
A United Arab Emirates (UAE) military base in Somalia’s port city of Bosaso is being used as a transit hub for Colombian mercenaries bound for Sudan’s civil war, a joint investigation by The Guardian and Colombian outlet La Silla Vacía revealed on Saturday.
Somalia
Galmudug Police Arrest Suspects in Clan Killings
The Galmudug State Police Command has announced a renewed crackdown on those responsible for recent clan-related murders, including their accomplices, as part of broader efforts to end revenge killings and strengthen security across the region.
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