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Another indication of growing US interest in Somaliland, as the Chair of the House Select Committee on the CCP calls for a 'representative office' to be established in Hargeysa. #Somaliland #Somalia
Also something to watch: #Jubaland may be looking to rebuild ASWJ in Gedo as an ally against its rivals. First step was nominating pro-ASWJ official Mohamed Hussin "al Qaadi" as new Gedo governor. #Somalia
#Somalia has forced out the pro-Madobe administration in Bardheere. Ethiopians reportedly reached a deal with the government to remain in the town. #Jubaland president is left with Doolow (also supported by Ethiopian troops) as his last major stronghold in Gedo region. What a dynamic.
12 Days after signing the Ankara Agreement, #Somalia accuses #Ethiopia of violating the accord amid fighting in #Doolow #Gedo.
There was fighting in #Doolow today after #Somalia government troops tried to interfere with the arrival of the new Gedo Governor appointed by #Jubaland president Ahmed Madobe. The pro-FGS ex-Governor of Gedo is rallying with the government in Garbahaarey.
it would, or at least in an FMS where the leader supports the process (over to you NIEBC). that would show his intentions are more genuine. as of now, it shows HSM using direct elections as a political cudgel rather than a goal in itself, as his opponents continue to say.
#Somalia is already socializing direct elections with elders in #Gedo, despite Jubaland president's disagreement with the process.
FGS wants to show Madobe does not even have enough control of #Jubaland to stand as a legitimate leader, particularly as he was indirectly elected.
he would have to introduce the recognition bill again if it is not considered this session (ending soon) but very interesting development
agree!
Image of abstract to article: Scharrer, T. (2023). Of Mukhalas and Magafe: Somali Migrants Navigating the Dangers of Ransom Smuggling in Northern Africa. The ANNALS of the American Academy of Political and Social Science, 709(1), 86-104.
For my new followers, I am reposting some recent publications: Nr. 1 - this article on ransom smuggling in Northern Africa in which I argue that young Somali migrants used this dangerous form of smuggling because it was cheaper and easier to organize than other options 1/3
doi.org/10.1177/0002...
Around the Horn: Somalia Keeps Pressure on Jubaland and Articles of the Week
The question of the week: how would the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) respond to its embarassing defeat to Jubaland forces in Lower Jubba and continue efforts to isolate regional president Ahmed Madobe? The answer:…
Somali aviation authorities reportedly foiled an attempt by #Ethiopia to send a plane full of weapons to Madobe's forces in Kismayo. This is AFTER the Ankara Agreement. Return to business as usual! #Somalia (via Kulmiye News Network)
Al #Shabaab Militants Conduct Simultaneous Attacks Against Ugandan & Ethiopian Forces Military Bases, in Buulo Mareer, Berdaale & 60 Kms, Lower Shabelle, #Bay State, #Somalia
Read more: trackingterrorism.org/chatter/al-s...
Al-Shabaab claims to have overrun a Somali National Army base at Xawaadley, 62km north of the capital, Mogadishu. #Somalia #AlShabaab
Make sure to check out Amani Africa's review of the funding options for AUSSOM, which will replace ATMIS in #Somalia. With time running out to agree, it's becoming likely that the mandate of ATMIS will need to be extended past 2024.
Around the Horn: Somalia Keeps Pressure on Jubaland and Articles of the Week
The question of the week: how would the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) respond to its embarassing defeat to Jubaland forces in Lower Jubba and continue efforts to isolate regional president Ahmed Madobe? The answer:…
What is the Future of American Counterterrorism Strikes in Somalia under Trump? www.justsecurity.org/105563/ameri...
Key Takeaways from the Clashes in Jubaland and the Ankara Declaration somalianewsroom.com/2024/12/16/k...
Why Is #Ethiopia Deporting Hundreds of Eritreans?
#Eritrean residents in Ethiopia's capital have reported widespread arrests among their community, sparking fear among refugees and asylum seekers who fled forced military conscription and government oppression.
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Key Takeaways from the Clashes in Jubaland and the Ankara Declaration somalianewsroom.com/2024/12/16/k...
Key Takeaways from the Clashes in Jubaland and the Ankara Declaration
On the same day that Jubaland regional forces summarily defeated forces from the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) near Raas Kambooni, Turkey announced that Ethiopia and the FGS signed the Ankara Declaration to ease tensions…
Sudan the ‘BIGGEST HUMANITARIAN CRISIS EVER RECORDED‘:
•Accounts 10% of global humanitarian needs despite having less than 1% of the world’s population.
•Tens of thousands (62,0000) of people killed.
•12 million displaced – 9 million of them internally
•There’s no end in sight for the war
The bottom right picture is Turkish-trained Gorgor commander LTC Hassan Iraqi from the SNA #Somalia
It is claimed that the #Jubaland State forces have captured many soldiers and operation commanders of the #Somali Federal Government, while some soldiers have taken refuge in #Kenya.
DW documentary explores the outsourcing industry in Kenya where tech companies hire Kenyans as data workers to train AI systems. These jobs provide economic opportunities but the data workers feel exploited and are calling for greater working conditions
youtu.be/ehkECk2KJjY?...
Somali National Army troops were deployed to Raas Kaambooni to oust #Jubaland leader Ahmed Madoobe. Yesterday they were routed, with many surrendering to Jubaland forces or fleeing across the border to #Kenya. Who won? Al-Shabaab.
#Somalia www.hiiraan.com/news/2024/De...
Jubaland Forces Defeat SNA Troops, Hundreds Surrender at Kenyan Border horseedmedia.net/jubaland-for...
Via Abdalle Ahmed Mumin (Somali Journalists Syndicate):
Before dawn, #Jubbaland, led by Intel Commander Bassaam, launched surprise attack on #Oodow area on federal forces from Mogadishu. Forces approached from #Manarani island, near the Kenyan border, catching the federal forces off-guard.
#Somalia's government accuses Jubaland of coordinating with #Shabaab to allow its forces to pass through HSM checkpoints without interference on its way to battle #SNA forces. (This accusation has been used by all sides for years during fighting between Somali forces).