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Somalia's Human Rights Crisis Deepens Amid Government Accountability Concerns
Somalia faces serious human rights challenges, including restrictions on freedom of expression and widespread impunity.
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Trump sparks controversy with anti-Somali and anti-Muslim rhetoric
US President Donald Trump targets Somali American community in Minnesota, labeling Muslim Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed a radical extremist.
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South West State cabinet reviews security, floods and youth employment
South West Somalia's cabinet discusses security, flooding risks, youth employment and public services in meeting chaired by Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur Madobe.
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Somalia Agrees to Acquire Pakistani JF-17 Fighter Jets
Somalia to acquire JF-17 Thunder fighter jets from Pakistan as defense ties deepen
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Somalia Considers Acquiring Pakistan's JF-17 Fighter Jets to Modernize Air Force
Somalia in talks with Pakistan to acquire JF-17 Thunder fighter jets as part of efforts to rebuild and modernize its air force.
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African Defence Chiefs Meet in Kampala to Strengthen Cooperation on Non-Combat Operations
African defence chiefs convene in Kampala to discuss cooperation on non-combat operations, including peacekeeping and disaster response.
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Somalia cabinet approves Ebola preparedness measures, forms six-ministry committee
Somalia's cabinet approves measures to prepare for a possible Ebola outbreak and forms a six-ministry committee to coordinate the government's response.
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Islamic State in Somalia Suffers Major Financial Setback After Puntland Operations
Islamic State's Somalia branch faces financial decline after Puntland and US operations disrupt key networks.
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Somali activist Sadia Moalim Ali recounts ordeal of torture and imprisonment
Somali activist Sadia Moalim Ali recounts her experience of being detained, tortured, and imprisoned for speaking out on social issues.
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Kenya on High Alert After Confirming First Case of Ebola
Kenya confirms its first imported case of Bundibugyo Ebola virus disease, prompting heightened vigilance amid an ongoing outbreak in the DRC.
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Somalia Joins Two International Maritime Networks at Global Naval Conference in Italy
Somalia's navy chief attends Venice conference, signs agreements to join international maritime cooperation networks.
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Pakistan Welcomes Return of Somali Pirate Attack Survivors, Vows Continued Action
Pakistan's final three survivors of a Somali pirate hijacking are returning home, as the country pledges continued cooperation to combat piracy.