37 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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4 d. ago UN General Assembly Urges Ceasefire in Gaza and Increased Pressure on Israel

The UN General Assembly has passed a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and urging countries to take “all measures necessary” to pressure Israel. After the United States vetoed a similar initiative in the Security Council last week, the General Assembly adopted the non-binding resolution with a vote tally of 149 in favor, […]

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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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7 d. ago Somalia Declares C6+ Framework ‘Obsolete’, Urges Shift to Bilateral Engagement

MOGADISHU: Somalia’s federal government has officially called for the discontinuation of the C6+ international coordination framework, arguing that it no longer reflects the country’s current political and security realities.

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7 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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9 d. ago Somalia: Opposition Rejects Meeting Called By President Hassan Sheikh

Somalia's main opposition coalition, the Somali Salvation Forum, on Monday rejected President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's scheduled talks on June 15 and 22, saying they lack broad political consensus.

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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 Taoiseach Calls US Delegation’s Absence at Ocean Conference ‘Disappointing’

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has expressed disappointment over the lack of a high-level delegation from the United States at the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice. In an interview with RTÉ News, he reaffirmed Ireland’s commitment to multilateralism, emphasizing the importance of countries collaborating to tackle global challenges. “The United Nations serves as the essential […]

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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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2 w. ago China Accuses US’s Hegseth of Making ‘Vilifying’ Comments at Security Forum

China has lodged a complaint with the US regarding “defamatory” comments made by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, according to the foreign ministry, which also accused the US of intentionally disregarding peace calls from nations in the region. The ministry expressed discontent over Mr. Hegseth labeling China as a threat in the Indo-Pacific, calling his […]

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2 w. ago US Envoy Calls Hamas Response to Ceasefire Proposal ‘Unacceptable’

Hamas has reported that it responded to a US-backed ceasefire proposal concerning Gaza, but the chief US negotiator has labeled the response as “totally unacceptable.” The Palestinian militant organization asserted that its reply was positive, stressing the importance of a permanent ceasefire—a longstanding contention for Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated US envoy Steve […]

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2 w. ago Somalia: The opposition accuse President Hassan Sheikh of working to divide the Somali people.

The Somali Salvation Forum, which includes former presidents, the speaker of parliament, the head of government, ministers, and members of the Federal Parliament, convened for a four-day conference from 27-31 May 2025 in the country's capital, Mogadishu.

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2 w. ago Zelensky Charges Russia with ‘Yet Another Deception’ Over Delayed Peace Memorandum

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of engaging in “yet another deception” by failing to provide its peace settlement proposal before a possible meeting between Moscow and Kyiv. “Even the so-called ‘memorandum’ they promised, which they seemingly prepared for over a week, has not been seen by anyone,” Mr. Zelensky stated in his nightly […]

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3 w. ago Maduro’s Party Achieves Landslide Victory in Boycotted Venezuelan Election

Venezuela’s ruling socialist party secured a substantial majority in the National Assembly during yesterday’s election, capturing nearly 83% of the votes according to the electoral authority. This election was boycotted by some opposition leaders amidst deep divisions among parties opposing President Nicolas Maduro’s administration. Notable opposition leaders called for voter abstention in protest of the […]

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3 w. ago EU and US Agree to Accelerate Trade Talks Following Recent Call

The European Commission announced that President Ursula Von der Leyen and US President Donald Trump have agreed to expedite trade negotiations and maintain close communication following a phone call last night. Mr. Trump indicated he would delay his proposed 50% tariffs on the European Union until 9 July, after describing his conversation with Ms. Von […]

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3 w. ago Spain Welcomes European and Arab Nations to Urge Action on Gaza Issue

The foreign minister of Spain stated that the international community should consider sanctioning Israel to end the conflict in Gaza, ahead of a Madrid meeting with European and Arab nations aimed at calling for a ceasefire in its military actions. Countries that Israel has traditionally relied upon as allies are increasingly voicing their concerns as […]

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3 w. ago EU Trade Chief Calls for Respect, Not Threats, Amid Trump’s 50% Tariff Push

The European Commission has urged the US to approach trade talks with respect rather than threats, following President Donald Trump’s call for a 50% tariff on EU goods. EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič emphasized that the European Union is dedicated to achieving a mutually beneficial deal during discussions with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and […]

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3 w. ago EU Trade Chief Calls for Respect Amid Trump’s Proposal for 50% Tariff

The European Commission has called on the US to prioritize respect over threats in trade negotiations, following President Donald Trump’s proposal for a 50% tariff on EU goods. EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič emphasized the European Union’s commitment to reaching a mutually beneficial agreement during discussions with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and US Commerce […]

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3 w. ago Taoiseach Warns of Severe Consequences if Trump Implements 50% Tariff Threat

The Taoiseach has remarked that it would be “very damaging” if US President Donald Trump follows through on his threat to impose 50% tariffs on the EU starting in June. European stocks fell sharply, and the euro lost some of its recent gains, while euro zone government bond yields declined significantly following Mr. Trump’s announcement. […]

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3 w. ago Calls Grow for Puntland to Align Its Constitution with Federal Somalia

Garowe (PP Commentary) — At last, the Puntland State Government is taking steps to address anomalies in its constitution. At a conference… Sii akhri The post Calls Grow for Puntland to Align Its Constitution with Federal Somalia appeared first on Puntland Post.

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