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Local Forces, Faster Results
Said A. Ali, Researcher INTRODUCTION When pirates seized the oil tanker MT SIBU 1, also known as SEAMUL, off Yemen on August 20, 2026, help…
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EXCLUSIVE: Audit records and Documents reviewed by Daily Somalia raise serious questions over procurement, contracting and oversight at Somalia’s Civil Aviation Authority
MOGADISHU — Official audit records and supporting documents reviewed by Daily Somalia raise serious questions over procurement practices, private contracting and administrative controls within Somalia's…
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The Turkish Takeover: How Ankara Embedded Itself Into Somalia’s Military, Ports, and Oil
Türkiye's expanding presence in Somalia is facing renewed scrutiny following serious allegations against a Turkish military commander, growing opposition pressure, and unanswered questions over a…
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The strategy for success: Key steps to defeat ISIS
OP-ED by Abdullahi Rubaani: Puntland’s fight against ISIS requires more than just military force. Here are 6 key strategies to eradicate the group: #Somalia #ISIS…
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Operation Hilaac and Foreign Nationals in Puntland: A Delicate Security Balance
By Abdifatah Shirwa, independent Researcher & Regional Security analyst. Recent tensions in Puntland have highlighted the intersection of local security concerns and the treatment of…
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A Growing Threat: The Islamic State’s Expanding Influence in Somalia
By Mustafa O. Farah, The Daily Somalia. The Islamic State in Somalia (IS-Somalia) is escalating its influence, transforming from a minor faction into a serious…
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20 Years On: Somalia’s Federalism Project at a Critical Crossroads
Today marks 20 years since Somalia established its Transitional Federal Government (TFG) in 2004, a pivotal moment in the nation's recent history. The TFG, led…
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China and Somalia Elevate Relations to Strategic Partnership: What Does It Mean?
China has long used diplomatic relations to shape its global engagement, and the recent decision to elevate its ties with Somalia to a “Strategic Partnership”,…
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Hassan Sheikh’s First Year in Review: Progress and Setbacks!
Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was elected as the President of Somalia on May 15, 2022, with a vision to undertake a comprehensive political overhaul that would…