Last night’s drone strike on the home of General Mahad Abdirahman Aden marks a dangerous new dimension in Somalia’s crisis. This use of lethal force by an administration whose mandate has expired is unjustifiable.
Doolow is a stable district of Jubaland, and bringing armed drones into a political dispute there sets the country on a dangerous course. It is also irresponsible to entrust lethal capability to a regime with neither a mandate nor any mechanism of accountability.
Political differences cannot be settled by force and air strikes.
What is work?
Work is not just taking pictures.
Work is not a chair (position).
Work is not sitting and gossiping.
Work is not traveling.
Work is not meetings.
Work is not “sleeping and relaxing all the time.
I am deeply saddened by the renewed conflict in South West State. I call on both sides involved in the dispute to return to dialogue and peaceful resolution, and to avoid displacing vulnerable and suffering civilians.
In a rare break from Israel, India says it stands with Somalian sovereignty, not recognising Somaliland.
"India has longstanding ties with Somalia. We continue to underline the importance of respecting sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country": MEA spokesperson
Muslim Ummah, unite now or watch them hunt us one by one. Gaza’s children are the warning. Zionist bombs today, our silence tomorrow. Stand shoulder to shoulder. Defend your brothers and sisters. This is our test before Allah.
Dear Sarah,
I just want to say how much I admire your bravery. What you did was truly heroic. In the middle of danger, you stood strong and continued your work with courage.
You are not only a journalist — you are a true hero and an inspiration to many people, including me.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank H.E @HassanSMohamud for appointing me as his Senior Defense Advisor; I am humbled to continue serving my nation in this new role.
I have tirelessly worked over the past decade to ensure we build the necessary capabilities of our Somali National Armed Forces and focused on institutional reform. Tremendous progress has been made so far, but more needs to be done as we continue our pursuit in defeating terror organizations.
I want to thank everyone that sent me congratulatory messages for this new appointment and those beautiful prayers. I am indebted to you all for your support and encouragement. For those that question my appointment you give me the fuel to do more and achieve more.
Thank you Mr. President for appointing me to this position and i vow to do all possible to support your efforts in the fight against terror and your vision for institution building.
Special appreciation to my parents, siblings and my incredible husband for supporting my life goals, your love and care means the world to me. Thank you for always pushing me to aim higher.
"This is the #picture I prepared for NIRA so that I could lose the rights I used to receive from #Puntland, such as the small welfare support, education, free electricity, and water!"