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Heavy gun battles erupted in Mogadishu after federal government forces raided the residence of former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire. The clashes occurred shortly before planned opposition demonstrations, raising fears of increased violence.

Clashes occurred in Mogadishu between government forces and opposition troops, particularly in the Howlwadaag district. Heavy gunfire was reported in the neighborhoods of Barmuudo and Siigaale.

Former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire addressed the recent clashes in Mogadishu, particularly in the Howlwadaag district. The fighting resulted in casualties and occurred near the residence of a former district mayor.

Bosaso, Puntland — Security forces in Somalia's semi-autonomous Puntland region have detained a Yemeni national suspected of holding a leadership role within the Islamic State (IS) group operating in the Al-Miskaad mountains, officials have said.

Shabelle TV and radio are reportedly under coordinated pressure from state-sponsored entities in Somalia. This pressure is particularly aimed at suppressing news coverage critical of the government and its activities.

MOGADISHU, Somalia – Authorities in Somalia’s capital have approved an opposition-led demonstration planned for June 4, while assigning three designated venues for the gathering and urging participants to maintain peace. In a statement read to the media on Wednesday, Banadir regional administration spokesman Salah Hassan Omar said that Mogadishu Mayor and Banadir Governor Hassan [&#82

President William Ruto announced that the Kenya-Somalia border will remain closed due to ongoing security concerns. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has made a personal appeal to Ruto, advocating for the border's reopening to facilitate economic growth in North Eastern Kenya.

Mogadishu, Somalia – The Deputy Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, Salah Ahmed Jama, participated today in the event commemorating Italian National Day held in the city of Mogadishu. Mr. Salah Ahmed Jama congratulated the people and government of Italy on this important day, highlighting the historical relationship and longstanding friendship [...].

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somali Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama on Tuesday attended a ceremony marking Italy’s National Day in Mogadishu, highlighting the longstanding ties between the two countries. Speaking at the event, Jama congratulated the Italian people and government on the occasion, describing Somalia and Italy as partners linked by a historic relationship […]

[Shabelle] Mogadishu, Somalia -- Somalia's disaster management agency and United Nations officials held a monthly coordination meeting on Tuesday to assess the country's humanitarian situation and strengthen aid efforts for vulnerable communities affected by recurring crises.

Mogadishu, Somalia – The Minister of the Ministry of Internal Security of the Federal Government of Somalia, General Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail (Fartaag), held a meeting today with a delegation from EUCAP Somalia led by the Head of Mission of EUCAP Somalia, Kestutis Lancinskas. The meeting focused on strengthening security cooperation, technical support, and training provided by EUCAP to Somalia's security agencies, particularly the Somali Police Force, the Darwish, and the Coast Guard.

Mogadishu, Somalia — Somalia's Minister of Internal Security, Gen. Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail, known as Fartaag, has held talks with senior representatives of the European Union Capacity Building Mission in Somalia (EUCAP Somalia) on strengthening support for the country's security institutions.

MOGADISHU — Somalia’s elite Danab Special Forces carried out planned security operations in several areas of the Middle Shabelle region, targeting suspected hideouts and positions used by remnants of the Islamist militant group Al-Shabaab, military officials said on Tuesday. The operations were conducted by units of the 164th Battalion of the 16th Danab Brigade […]

Jun 02(Jowhar) The 7th President of Somalia, Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, moved last night to a house located at the Mirinaayo Junction in the Cabdicasiis District, where it is said he will organize a demonstration on the 4th of June. President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed last night launched a strong verbal attack on the President whose four-year term has ended […]

Former President Shariif Sheekh Axmed announced that the opposition's planned rally in Mogadishu is a constitutional right. The local government has indicated its approval for the protest, although there are ongoing discussions about security and the specific locations for the event.

MOGADISHU — Somalia’s National Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA) hosted a delegation from Sweden and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) on Monday for talks aimed at strengthening cooperation on disaster preparedness and risk reduction, officials said. The delegation was led by Annika Jayawardena, Deputy Head of Sida’s Eastern and Horn of Africa Depa

Baidoa (HOL) — Somalia’s Independent National Electoral and Boundaries Commission has announced the timetable for electing the speaker, deputy speakers and president of Southwest State, setting the regional presidential vote for June 10.

Mogadishu, Somalia – 1 June 2026 – The National Communications Authority (NCA), in collaboration with the Academy of Science, Culture and Literature and the Regional Somali Language Academy (AGA), today launched the Somali Cybersecurity Terminology Glossary during an event held at the Regional Somali Language Academy. The initiative aims to develop and standardize Somali-language terminology [&#82

The National Communications Authority (HIQ), in collaboration with the Academy of Science, Culture & Literature and the Somali Language Academy (AGA), held an event today at the Somali Language Academy to launch the Cybersecurity Terminology, aimed at developing and unifying Somali words related to Cybersecurity. The event was attended by officials from […]