Saturday, July 4, 2026

Mohamed Bashir

Mohamed Bashir Abdirahman is a Senior Writer at Somalia Today based in Washington, D.C., with more than 15 years of journalism experience. As former VOA journalist, and media consultant, he covers geopolitics, security, governance, and international relations.

Cracks emerge in Somaliland over Israel recognition row

Hargeisa (Somalia Today) – Cracks have emerged in Somaliland over Israel’s recognition of the breakaway region, as former president Muse Bihi Abdi questioned President...

US to block UN support for Somalia peace mission

Addis Ababa (Somalia Today) — The United States has told the African Union it will block continued United Nations logistical support for the AU...

US feared Israel plot to kill Iran negotiators: report

Washington (Somalia Today) — US officials feared Israel might try to kill two senior Iranian negotiators during delicate peace talks with Tehran, a move...

Israeli military shipment sent to Somalia under UN name: report

Mogadishu (Somalia Today) - A military shipment from Israel was sent to Somalia under the name of a United Nations office, Lebanon-based broadcaster Al...

Rubio, King Charles hail Somalia on National Day

Mogadishu (Somalia Today) — US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Britain’s King Charles III congratulated Somalia on its 66th National Day, as President...

US Supreme Court rejects Trump birthright citizenship curbs

Washington (Somalia Today) — The US Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld birthright citizenship for children born in the United States, striking down President Donald...

Somali deputy PM denies allegations after Kenya deportation report

Mogadishu (Somalia Today) – Somalia’s deputy prime minister has rejected allegations linked to his recent travel to Kenya, after reports said Kenyan authorities deported...

Somalia maritime overhaul puts focus on Houthi arms routes

Mogadishu (Somalia Today) — Somalia has joined 15 international maritime treaties in the biggest legal overhaul of its waters since independence, raising questions over...

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