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Former Somali President Sharif Defends UAE Ties, Rejects Claims Abu Dhabi Is Backing Somalia’s Opposition

POLITICS

Somali, U.S. forces kill seven al-Shabab militants in Lower Shabelle region

BREAKING

Former Somali President Sharif Defends UAE Ties, Rejects Claims Abu Dhabi Is Backing Somalia’s Opposition

Former Somali President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has defended the United Arab Emirates’ longstanding partnership with Somalia, rejecting allegations that Abu Dhabi is backing opposition politicians. He warned that worsening ties with the UAE could undermine Somalia’s security, economy and diplomatic interests while calling for dialogue over confrontation.

POLITICS

Somali, U.S. forces kill seven al-Shabab militants in Lower Shabelle region

Somalia’s defense ministry said Danab commandos killed seven al-Shabab militants, including a commander, in Lower Shabelle, while U.S. Africa Command confirmed a coordinated strike near Sablaale.

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Former Somali President Sharif Defends UAE Ties, Rejects Claims Abu Dhabi Is Backing Somalia’s Opposition

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Why the U.S. Still Can’t Bring Home the Somali COVID Fraud Suspect Detained in Somalia

A Somali man accused of playing a key role in Minnesota’s $250 million Feeding Our Future COVID-19 fraud scheme remains in detention in Mogadishu more than two weeks after his arrest. Legal, constitutional and political hurdles continue to complicate U.S. efforts to secure his extradition.

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Exclusive: Somali Father Speaks Out After Only Son Is Killed Fighting in Ukraine War

A Somali father has spoken publicly for the first time after losing his only son, Saciid Abdinoor Aden Farah, who was killed while serving with Ukrainian forces. In an emotional exclusive interview, he recalls the devastating phone call, his son’s final words, and why Ukraine was the only home his son ever knew.

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Somaliland Says Israel Recognition Could Open the Door to the United States

Somaliland’s foreign minister says Israel’s recognition has created a pathway toward closer ties with the United States, while accusing more than 180 countries of ignoring Somaliland’s recognition requests despite its three decades of self-rule.

Former Somali President Sharif Defends UAE Ties, Rejects Claims Abu Dhabi Is Backing Somalia’s Opposition

Somali, U.S. forces kill seven al-Shabab militants in Lower Shabelle region

Former Somali President Sharif Defends UAE Ties, Rejects Claims Abu Dhabi Is Backing Somalia’s Opposition

Somali, U.S. forces kill seven al-Shabab militants in Lower Shabelle region

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Former Somali President Sharif Defends UAE Ties, Rejects Claims Abu Dhabi Is Backing Somalia’s Opposition

Why the U.S. Still Can’t Bring Home the Somali COVID Fraud Suspect Detained in Somalia

Exclusive: Somali Father Speaks Out After Only Son Is Killed Fighting in Ukraine War

Somaliland Says Israel Recognition Could Open the Door to the United States

Top Stories

Why the U.S. Still Can’t Bring Home the Somali COVID Fraud Suspect Detained in Somalia

Somalia’s Youth Need Skills, Not Just Degrees, to Unlock the Country’s Future

Somalia’s Third-Largest Port Shutdown Enters Tenth Day as Puntland Tax Dispute Disrupts Trade

Somaliland’s Longest-Serving Leader Retires After 22 Years as Speaker of the House of Elders

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Former Somali President Sharif Defends UAE Ties, Rejects Claims Abu Dhabi Is Backing Somalia’s Opposition

Why the U.S. Still Can’t Bring Home the Somali COVID Fraud Suspect Detained in Somalia

Exclusive: Somali Father Speaks Out After Only Son Is Killed Fighting in Ukraine War

Somaliland Says Israel Recognition Could Open the Door to the United States