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Somali president condemns Israel's Netanyahu for ‘blatant attack’ on Somalia’s sovereignty

Somali president condemns Israel's Netanyahu for ‘blatant attack’ on Somalia’s sovereignty

In his address to special joint session of federal parliament, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud warns that Israel's recognition of breakaway Somaliland region risks further destabilizing the Horn of Africa region

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Pakistan condemns Israel's recognition of Somaliland region as 'provocative and illegal'
27.12.2025

Pakistan condemns Israel's recognition of Somaliland region as 'provocative and illegal'

'Such illegal and provocative actions constitute a flagrant violation of international law and not only threaten the peace and stability of the brotherly country of Somalia, but also that of the entire region,' says Foreign Ministry

Polling in Ivory Coast's general election underway amid boycotts
27.12.2025

Polling in Ivory Coast's general election underway amid boycotts

Over 8.7M voters are eligible to cast their ballots and elect 255 members of National Assembly

From coup to contest: Guinea holds landmark election with interim leader in the race
27.12.2025

From coup to contest: Guinea holds landmark election with interim leader in the race

Guinea will hold first presidential election since Gen. Mamadi Doumbouya’s 2021 coup, and September referendum that cleared way for civilian rule

Locals in NW Nigeria say no ISIS presence after US airstrike debris lands nearby: Report
27.12.2025

Locals in NW Nigeria say no ISIS presence after US airstrike debris lands nearby: Report

State lawmaker describes Jabo village as 'peaceful community' with 'no known history of ISIS, Lakurawa, or any other terrorist groups operating in the area'

Trump says not ready to follow Israel recognizing Somaliland: Report
27.12.2025

Trump says not ready to follow Israel recognizing Somaliland: Report

US president says upcoming talks with Israeli premier will prioritize Gaza ceasefire, ongoing reconstruction efforts under UN-approved framework