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Professional photographer @epaphotos in Mogadishu #Somalia

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The Somali National Army marked the 66th anniversary of Somalia's independence with a ceremonial military display, honoring the country's liberation and national sovereignty.

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Update: Somalia army forces parade as Somalia marks its 66th Independence Day

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July 1 Independence Day celebrations tonight. 🇸🇴

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Update: Mogadishu is set to celebrate the 66th anniversary of the independence of Somalia's northern and southern regions from colonial rule during the July 1 Independence Day celebrations tonight. 🇸🇴

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Update: Mogadishu is set to celebrate the 66th anniversary of the independence of Somalia's northern and southern regions from colonial rule during the July 1 Independence Day celebrations tonight. 🇸🇴

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President Hassan Sheikh has arrived in AddisAbaba for visit on Sunday, where he will hold bilateral talks with Ethiopian PM AbiyAhmedAli and discuss strengthening cooperation between the two countries in security, economy,

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Update: Somali authorities have released journalist Abdulqadir Diirshe on bail following his first appearance before the Banadir Regional Court. He had been held for four days after being arrested at the courthouse on Thursday while covering the ruling in the Saadiya Bajaaj case.

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Update: Reports indicate that heavily armed militias from the Hiiraan region are moving toward Beledweyne Airport in an apparent attempt to block the Defence Minister from leaving after his recent comments about the former NISA chief, according to multiple sources.

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Somalia's defence minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi has issued a strong response to a recent interview by ex NISA chief @Sanbalolshe regarding an alleged attack on the residence of former PM @HassanAKhaire.

Referring to the incident, he said " His survival was an act of mercy."

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Update: President Hassan Sheikh has arrived in Djibouti for a working visit.

During his visit, he is expected to hold bilateral talks with his counterpart Ismail Omar Guelleh.

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Update:- students in #Mogadishu came together on Thursday to celebrate the completion of their National Examinations.

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Hambalyo dhammaan ardayda Soomaaliyeed ee uu maanta usoo dhammaaday Imtixaanka ee Fasalka 12aad. 🎓 ee 2026

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Update:-Sacdiya's lawyers have rejected the verdict ,stating that the defense team will challenge the ruling through the appeals process.

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President of Somalland Abdirahman Cirro, who had been on a visit to Israel for several days, returned to Hargeisa today, where he received a warm and large-scale welcome.

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BREAKING: Sadiyo Bajaaj has been sentenced to three years in prison by the Banadir Regional Court.

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BREAKING: Saadiya Macalin, popularly known as "Saadiya Bajaaj," who has been detained by the Federal Government for 74 days, appeared before the Banaadir Regional Court for the first time today.

She is accused of making insulting and offensive remarks.

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Women in Mogadishu held a demonstration demanding justice after reports emerged that two young men allegedly assaulted and harassed a young on Saturday.
“We are not safe,” read one of the signs carried by protesters, highlighting concerns over women's security in public spaces.

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UPDATE: Somalia’s Future Council has backed a transitional direct-election plan, describing it as a step toward strengthening governance and reducing political uncertainty, according to a statement.

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Update: Prime Minister of Somalia Hamza Abdi Barre has officially launched the 2025/2026 National Secondary School Leaving Examination.
Nearly 45,000 students are sitting for this year's Grade 12 national examinations across the country.

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Update: Dozens of people have been killed in inter-clan clashes in Jalalaqsi, Hiiraan region. Fighting between militias from the Badi-Ade and Isse clans has reportedly resulted in casualties and the destruction of residential homes.