9 h. ago Putin Expresses Willingness to Meet Zelensky in ‘Final Stage’ of Peace Negotiations

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that he is willing to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, but only during a “final phase” of negotiations aimed at resolving the three-year conflict. He further claimed that Mr. Zelensky lacks the authority to sign a peace agreement since his five-year mandate has lapsed under martial law, a claim […]

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15 h. ago Exercise Green Shield – A Joint Step Toward Somalia’s Safer Future

The Green Shield exercise – a milestone of collective progress and a powerful symbol of the European Union’s commitment to peace and stability in Somalia - has come to a successful end.

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37 h. ago G7 Unites in Support of Ukraine Following Trump’s Sudden Departure

Leaders of the Group of Seven, convening at a summit in Canada, have pledged new support to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as Russia intensifies its assaults on Ukraine. US President Donald Trump, who has experienced a tumultuous relationship with Zelensky, was scheduled to meet him but departed the summit early to return to Washington due […]

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43 h. ago Iran Launches Hypersonic Missiles at Israel as Trump Calls for ‘Unconditional Surrender’

Iran has announced that it launched hypersonic missiles at Israel in the latest series of overnight strikes between the two countries, just hours after Donald Trump called for the Islamic Republic’s “unconditional surrender.” The US President insists that Washington has not played a role in its ally Israel’s bombing campaign but warned Iran that his […]

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69 h. ago Somalia: Government terminates MGS Soft’s tax collection deal

Somalia’s Ministry of Finance has announced the termination of a concession agreement with MGS Soft Inc., a company contracted to manage the rental income tax system in Mogadishu.

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69 h. ago Somalia: ISIS leader escaped as forces secure 98% of Calmiskaat Mountains in Puntland

Puntland regional authorities have confirmed that the leader of the Islamic State in Somalia, Abdikadir Mumin, has escaped, even as Puntland forces announced the capture of 98% of the Calmiskaat mountain range, a key ISIS stronghold in the Bari region.

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4 d. ago Iran Unleashes Additional Missiles Amid Israeli Strikes on Tehran

Israel and Iran have intensified their hostilities overnight, raising concerns about a larger conflict as Israel escalated its unexpected campaign against its main adversary with a strike on the world’s largest gas field. In response, Iran has suspended nuclear negotiations that the US claimed were vital to halting Israel’s bombardment, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin […]

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5 d. ago Somalia Deepens Ties With Russia: Strategic Motives and Global Implications

Somalia’s deepening ties with Russia are more than transactional; they reflect frustration with existing security frameworks and a global contest for influence in Africa. For Moscow, Somalia is both a symbolic prize and a strategic outpost. For the West, this pivot must be read as a wake-up call: neglect and conditionality can drive even fragile partners toward revisionist powers. Whether this relationship evolves into a full military alliance or remains a bargaining chip, it marks a crucial turning point in the geopolitics of the Red Sea.

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5 d. ago Timing Matters: EU and US Sanctions on Russia Before the G7 Summit

As G7 leaders gather in Kananaskis, nestled within the Canadian Rockies this weekend, the potential for significantly stricter sanctions on Russia will be a pivotal topic. The Ukraine War is approaching another crucial juncture: Vladimir Putin has ramped up missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian cities, causing concerns that a Russian ground offensive is on […]

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5 d. ago Iran Unleashes Missiles on Israel Amid Escalating Airstrike Tensions

Iran and Israel launched missile and airstrike attacks against each other early this morning following Israel’s largest air offensive to date aimed at preventing Iran from advancing its nuclear weapon capabilities. Air raid sirens blared throughout Israel, including in major cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, prompting residents to rush for shelter as waves of […]

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6 d. ago US Marines Gear Up for Los Angeles Deployment Amid Growing Protests

California is set to confront the Trump administration in court regarding the deployment of US troops in Los Angeles, as demonstrators took to the streets in major cities to protest President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. According to the military, around 700 US marines will be present on the streets of Los Angeles today or tomorrow […]

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7 d. ago Ministry of Information Concludes Workshop on Adopting Digital Media Transformation

Jun 12(Jowhar)The Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism of the Federal Government of Somalia has concluded a workshop in Mogadishu focused on adapting to digital media transformation. The training emphasized how media institutions can leverage technological advancements while addressing the growing risks posed by cyberattacks, disinformation, and manipulation through social media platforms. The workshop brought […]

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8 d. ago Russia Carries Out Lethal Strike in Eastern Ukraine as Peace Talks Stall

Recent Russian strikes in Ukraine’s northeastern city of Kharkiv have resulted in the deaths of three individuals and injuries to 60 others, including children, according to authorities. This comes as Moscow continues its offensive despite dismissing calls for an unconditional ceasefire. Ukraine reported receiving the remains of over 1,200 soldiers from Moscow, as part of […]

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1 week ago NATO Leader Calls for 400% Boost in Alliance’s Air Defense Capabilities

NATO leader Mark Rutte has called for a “quantum leap” in defense capabilities, advocating for a “400% increase” in air and missile defense to protect the alliance from Russia. His remarks come as he urges NATO members to pledge increased defense spending at an important summit of the Western military alliance later this month. “We […]

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1 week ago Russia Announces Major Advance in Ukraine Amid Stalled Peace Negotiations

Russia announced that it is making advances into Ukraine’s eastern Dnipropetrovsk region for the first time during its three-year invasion, marking a significant territorial escalation amidst stalled peace negotiations. Ukraine’s senior political and military leaders have not yet responded to the assertion of this advance, which would deal a symbolic and strategic blow following months […]

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1 week ago Somali politics is rotten to the core, but I see a glimmer of hope.

Jun 08 (Jowhar)-During my time at university, I saw the current president, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, working with members of his political party—previously known as the Peace and Development Party (PDP) but now called the Justice and Solidarity Party (JSP)—cleaning streets and addressing the public about the need for a government that serves the interests of […]

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1 week ago Trump Mobilizes National Guard Amid Los Angeles Immigration Protests

The administration of President Donald Trump announced the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops as federal agents clashed with demonstrators in Los Angeles for a second consecutive day following immigration raids. The security personnel confronted about 100 protesters in the Paramount area of southeast Los Angeles, where some demonstrators waved Mexican flags while others covered […]

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1 week ago Israeli Strikes Claim 45 Lives in Gaza, According to Medical Sources

Local medics have reported that forty-five individuals have died due to Israeli attacks on Gaza, coinciding with Israel’s announcement of retrieving the body of a Thai hostage held since Hamas’s assault on 7 October 2023. According to local health authorities, at least 15 Palestinians lost their lives and 50 were injured following airstrikes in the […]

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1 week ago Ukraine oo sheegtay inay soo riday diyaarad casri ah oo Ruushku leeyahay

Ukraine ayaa sheegtay inay soo ridday diyaarad dagaal oo Ruushku leeyahay oo ah nooca Su-35 ah. Weli ma jiro wax war ah oo ku saabsan in kani uu ahaa iska horimaad xaga cirka ah oo ay ku lug lahaayeen diyaaradaha Ukraine, ama in ciidamada cirka Ukraine ay adeegsadeen nidaamka difaaca hawada am lidka diyaaradaha. Warka … The post Ukraine oo sheegtay inay soo riday diyaarad casri ah oo Ruushku leeyahay appeared first on Oodweynenews.com Oodweyne News.

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1 week ago Donald Trump travel ban hits Somalia and other African countries

Africa is the continent worst affected by the travel ban announced by US President Donald Trump, with seven of the 12 countries on the list.

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