Security
Clashes erupt near Somalia ex-PM’s home in Mogadishu
Mogadishu (Somalia Today) — Heavy gunfire erupted in central Mogadishu on Wednesday near the home of former Somali prime minister Hassan Ali Khaire, leaving...
Politics
Mogadishu on edge as opposition vows protest over mandate row
Mogadishu (Somalia Today) — Somali security forces deployed across major roads and opposition strongholds in Mogadishu overnight, raising fears of confrontation ahead of a...
Politics
Clan fighters train as pressure mounts on Puntland leader
Garowe (Somalia Today) — More than 500 fighters drawn from clans in Puntland’s Nugal region have begun training outside the coastal town of Eyl,...
East Africa
Ruto defends US Ebola facility plan after deadly protest
Nairobi (Somalia Today) – Kenyan President William Ruto has defended plans for a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility at a military air base in central...
Politics
US reaffirms Somalia’s sovereignty, explores Somaliland cooperation
Washington (Somalia Today) — The United States has reaffirmed its recognition of Somalia’s sovereignty while outlining possible areas for expanded cooperation with Somaliland in...
Analysis
Somalia courts Russia as Mogadishu widens security ties
Moscow (Somalia Today) – Somalia’s latest defence talks with Russia signal Mogadishu’s growing effort to widen its security partnerships as it rebuilds its armed...
Politics
Foreign partners urge Somali leaders to resume election talks
Mogadishu (Somalia Today) – Somalia’s international partners urged the country’s leaders on Monday to return to dialogue and agree quickly on an election roadmap,...
Security
IS resurgence tests Puntland forces in northern Somalia
Bosaso (Somalia Today) – Puntland forces have intensified operations against the Islamic State group in northern Somalia after a renewed surge in militant activity...
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