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Somalia is set to welcome a Turkish drilling ship for its first oil exploration, marking a significant step towards utilizing its vast offshore oil reserves. The Turkish vessel 'Chagri Bay' is expected to arrive in Mogadishu next Friday.
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud survived an assassination attempt during his visit to Baidoa, the capital of the Southwest State, amid rising political tensions following leadership changes in the region.
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud survived a new assassination attempt when his convoy was attacked in Mogadishu. This incident marks the seventh attempt on his life, raising concerns about the stability of the Somali government.
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was attacked by mortar shells while at Baidoa Airport, raising significant concerns about the country's security situation amid rising violence.
Somali President <strong>Hassan Sheikh Mohamud</strong> survived an assassination attempt when a barrage of mortars struck during his visit to Baidoa airport. The attack, believed to have been carried out by <strong>Al-Shabaab</strong>, did not result in injuries to him or his entourage.
Fuel prices have sharply increased in Somalia and Tanzania due to supply disruptions. The Somali government attributes the rise to regional tensions affecting global supply routes.
Somalia has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to supporting the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, emphasizing that this stance is a long-term commitment reflecting a shared destiny and intertwined interests. This position is not merely tactical but rooted in a deep understanding of regional dynamics.
The African Peace and Security Council has entered a new term following elections that renewed half of its members. Somalia achieved a historic milestone by securing its seat for the first time, while Morocco returned strongly to claim the North African seat.
The crisis between the federal government of Somalia and the Southwest State is intensifying, with official relations severed. The Somali army is advancing towards the capital Baidoa, raising fears of violent clashes.
The Somali capital, Mogadishu, is facing a severe transportation crisis as tuk-tuk drivers abandon their jobs due to soaring fuel prices linked to disruptions in oil shipments caused by the ongoing conflict in Iran.
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has urged leaders and fighters of Al-Shabaab and ISIS to lay down their arms in exchange for a general amnesty. This call comes as part of the government's efforts to stabilize the country amid rising violence.