Author: Qaran24

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, today presided over the graduation ceremony of 150 deputy officers and 200 cadet officers of the Somali National Army (SNA). The President emphasized the importance of domestic training programs, noting that these officers have been equipped with leadership skills, operational planning, and combat knowledge, all critical for completing the national mission of liberating the country and ensuring security. President Hassan Sheikh commended the dedication and bravery of the Somali forces, highlighting that the successes achieved in the fight against terrorism are the result of unity and sacrifice by…

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Prime Minister Hamza Attends Handover Ceremony of New Somali Police Chie Mogadishu, Wednesday, October 2, 2024: The Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Hamza Abdi Barre, attended a handover ceremony where the new Chief of the Somali Police Force, Major General Asad Osman Abdullahi, took over from the outgoing Chief, Major General Sulub Ahmed Firin. Prime Minister Hamza expressed his gratitude to the outgoing Chief for his dedicated efforts and effective leadership during his tenure. He urged the new Police Chief to continue advancing the critical work of the police force, focusing on improving national security and…

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Somalia’s Federal Right to Arms and the Role of Ethiopia in Regional Instability Following the full lifting of the arms embargo by the United Nations, the Federal Government of Somalia holds the exclusive right to import weapons. The purpose of this decision was to strengthen the national army’s efforts in combating Al-Shabaab and other extremist groups that have posed a long-standing threat to Somalia’s security. However, despite the full lifting of the embargo, the Federal Member States (FMS) are still not permitted to import arms independently without explicit approval from the central government. According to UN resolution 2714 (2023), the…

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Defending Sovereignty: President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s Legacy in Protecting Somalia’s Territorial Integrity President Dr Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s leadership has been defined by two critical moments of safeguarding Somalia’s sovereignty. These events testify to his commitment to protecting the nation’s territorial integrity at sea and on land. The first occurred during his initial term in office when Somalia faced an attempt by Kenya to claim part of its maritime territory. Kenya based its claim on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by Somalia’s previous Transitional Government. Despite considerable pressure to negotiate, President Dr Hassan took a firm stance, rejecting any compromise…

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Somalia has  received one of the largest modern arms shipments from its international allies, including Egypt and Turkey. Preliminary reports from Somalia indicate that the delivery, which is expected to take three days, includes heavy artillery, anti-tank weapons, shields, and air-to-ground missiles provided by Egypt.This significant support suggests that Somalia is undergoing a resurgence, restoring its long-lost strength in the region. Just a month ago, aircraft carrying military aid landed in Mogadishu, sent by Egypt, a close ally and brotherly nation. This move underscored Egypt’s commitment to supporting Somalia’s rebuilding efforts.Egypt, known as a major military power in Africa, continues…

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This act has raised serious concerns regarding Ethiopia’s adherence to international law and its commitment to regional stability.This incident follows previous illegal arms shipments that were also transported through Ethiopia to cities within the Galmudug State of Somalia, as well as other shipments of weapons and ammunition delivered by aircraft to the city of Baidoa in the South West State of Somalia. These recurring actions demonstrate Ethiopia’s continued disregard for Somalia’s sovereignty. Somalia demands that Ethiopia immediately cease these illegal actions, which pose a significant threat to peace and stability in the Horn of Africa. We call upon regional and…

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Dawladda Federaalka Somalia ayaa garoonka diyaaradaha Aden Cadde ka hor istaagtay inay ka dhoofaan Xildhibaanno ka tirsan Maamulka Koonfur galbeed. Sida aan xogta ku helnay Dawladda Federaalka ayaa liiska Xildhibaanadan dhigay garoonka si aysan uga dhoofin maadaama khilaafka DFS iyo Koonfur galbeed meel xasaasi ah maraayo. Xildhibaanadan ayaa Dawladdu aaminsantahay inay la dareen yihiin Maamulka uu hoggaamiyo Madaxweyne Cabdicasiis Lafta gareen.Xiisadda udhaxaysa Dawladda dhexe iyo Maamulka Koonfur galbeed ayaa maraysa meeshii ugu saraysay iyadoo la filaayo in dhawaan Madaxweyne Xassan sheekh uu safar xal raadin ah ku tago Magaalada Baydhabo. Xildhibaan Jibriin oo laga soo doortay Koonfur galbeed oo ka…

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ONLF Condemns Recent Violations in the Somali State (Ogaden) and Demands Immediate Action from the Ethiopian Government. The Ogaden National Liberation Front (ONLF) is deeply concerned about the recent developments unfolding in the Somali State (Ogaden), where the rights and dignity of the Somali people continue to be undermined. For nearly three-quarters of a century, the Somali State has been plagued by conflict, human rights violations, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. Successive Ethiopian governments, since the state’s formation, have employed illegal and brutal methods to suppress the Somali people’s rightful demands for genuine self-determination, dignity, development, and peaceful living.…

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