Mogadishu

Somali pirates hijacked the Eritrean-flagged oil tanker M.T. Sibu 1 off Yemen, taking it toward Somalia’s Puntland coast. This incident marks the sixth commercial vessel seized by Somali pirates since April; previous hijackings included the Lutuf and the Honor 25. Authorities suggest that external forces may be behind this renewed piracy.

Former Somali President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed stated that a U.S. delegation's decision to conclude its visit to Somalia without traveling to Mogadishu was unprecedented and indicated the federal government's loss of legitimacy.

The head of the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) met with the acting U.S. ambassador to Somalia in Mogadishu to discuss the mission's future amid growing financial uncertainty, as reported by the AU mission.

Abdikerm Eidleh, alleged No. 2 of the Feeding Our Future fraud ring, appeared in federal court in St. Paul after being arrested in Mogadishu weeks earlier.

Somalia's elite Danab special forces destroyed Al-Shabaab hideouts during operations in parts of the Lower Juba region, targeting militant positions. The operation focused on eliminating infrastructure used by the group in the area.

The Somali National Army conducted an operation in Lower Shabelle's Sablaale district, targeting Al-Shabaab hideouts. The operation focused on destroying positions used by the Islamist militant group.

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has issued an urgent appeal for Somalia due to drought, conflict, and funding gaps causing severe food and water shortages for millions.

Somalia's army, supported by international partners, conducted airstrikes in Middle Shabelle that killed 26 Al-Shabaab fighters and destroyed military equipment, according to the defense ministry.

Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre laid the foundation stone for the reconstruction of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry headquarters, calling it part of efforts to strengthen state institutions and promote economic growth.

Somalia's federal government and opposition representatives have agreed to continue political dialogue aimed at easing tensions over the country's political future, as per a joint statement from the Ministry of Information in Mogadishu.

Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) arrested two men in the central Galgaduud region and transferred them to Mogadishu for prosecution over alleged illegal possession of firearms.

The European Union's asylum agency has warned that Somalia's security situation has significantly worsened, citing deepening political divisions and growing instability that have allowed the Al-Shabaab militant group to expand its influence.

Somalia's Foreign Minister Abdisalam Ali met with European Union Ambassador Francesca Di Mauro for a farewell meeting in Mogadishu as she concludes her posting in Somalia. The meeting took place on July 5.

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud participated in a national flag-raising ceremony in Mogadishu to commemorate Somalia's 66th anniversary of independence and the unification of its southern and northern regions, establishing the Somali Republic.

Abdikerm Eidleh, 42, was arrested in Somalia in connection with the $250M Minnesota COVID-19 fraud scheme, Feeding Our Future. He was one of the original suspects indicted in the case.

Abdikerm Eidleh, a central figure in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, was taken into custody in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu. He is accused of controlling shell companies, recruiting fraudulent food sites, and funneling over $5 million in proceeds. The U.S. Attorney’s Office and FBI confirmed his arrest, highlighting international collaboration in the case.

The United States has resumed air strikes in Somalia against Al-Shabaab militants in coordination with the Somali government, according to U.S. military officials. This follows a brief pause in operations, as stated by Africom.

Somalia's Ministry of Youth and Sports and the UNFPA pledged to strengthen cooperation on youth development and women's sports. The UNFPA's newly appointed representative to Somalia, Judicaël Elidje, met with the ministry in Mogadishu to discuss collaboration.

Heavy rains have flooded parts of Mogadishu, Somalia's capital, disrupting transport and slowing movement across the city. Residents and officials reported the flooding after several hours of rain.

Al-Shabaab operates structured checkpoints in south-central Somalia with fixed rates, receipts, and an appeal process, contrasting with federal government roadblocks where soldiers demand bribes. A Mogadishu-based NGO director described this system to The New Humanitarian.

Somalia's Danab special forces killed 14 Al-Shabaab fighters during an operation in the Lower Shabelle region, as confirmed by the government. The operation occurred in the southern part of the country.

Somaliland asserts its right to choose diplomatic relationships and opens a new office in Taiwan, despite pressure from Beijing and Mogadishu. The region has maintained effective autonomy since 1991, following its separation from Somalia during the country's civil war.

Somalia's Danab Special Forces conducted security operations and community reconciliation efforts in Yaaqbariwayne, Lower Shabelle, aiming to reduce the influence of Al-Shabaab. The operations are part of broader efforts to stabilize the region.

Negotiations to free eight Egyptian sailors held by Somali pirates collapsed after the kidnappers withdrew from a preliminary agreement and demanded additional ransom payments. Officials confirmed the breakdown in talks over the ransom dispute.

Somali international referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan returned to Mogadishu to a warm reception after being denied entry to the United States, where he was scheduled to officiate at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Somalia's Minister of Defence Ahmed Moallim Fiqi met with China's ambassador to Somalia, Wang Yu, in Mogadishu to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in defence, military training, and support for Somalia's national security institutions. The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries in these areas.

Somalia has begun nationwide preparations for the 66th anniversaries of Independence Day and National Unity Day, as announced by officials in Mogadishu.

Somalia's Ministry of Health and Human Services reported one person killed and 55 wounded during security-related incidents in Mogadishu on June 3 and 4, based on data from hospitals and health facilities in the capital.

Yusuf Ali, a former child soldier in Somalia, now lives in Mogadishu and struggles with traumatic memories of his past. He describes his experiences with the phrase 'It was either killed or be killed.'

Yusuf Ali, a former child soldier in Somalia, now 34, lives in Mogadishu and grapples with traumatic memories. The article highlights his ongoing struggles and the dark reminders of his past in the city.

Somalia declared order restored in Mogadishu after two days of fighting, but violence in two districts has subsided. The opposition rejects the president's rule and pledges to continue fighting.

Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire stated he would fight again if attacked, following clashes between government forces and opposition guards in Mogadishu that have heightened political tensions in Somalia.

Former Somali PM Hassan Ali Khaire stated he would be prepared to fight again if attacked, following clashes between government forces and opposition guards in Mogadishu that have heightened political tensions in Somalia.

Somali opposition politician Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame accused President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's administration of pressuring political opponents following recent clashes in Mogadishu.

Somali opposition politician Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame accused President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's administration of pressuring political opponents following recent clashes in Mogadishu.

Heavy gunfire and clashes between rival political factions erupted in Somalia's capital overnight, with armed forces deployed on the streets. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's announced one-year term extension triggered a political crisis.

Clashes in Mogadishu are exacerbating Somalia's political crisis as tensions over elections escalate into violence. Residents of the city are experiencing fear and disruption due to the ongoing conflict.

Residents in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, are fleeing their homes due to fighting between two warring political factions. The conflict is fueled by anger over an election delay.

Heavy gunfire occurred in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, following opposition protests sparked by the president's one-year term extension.

Government troops and opposition-allied militias in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, have exchanged fire, damaging property and forcing civilians to flee. The violence precedes protests over President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's decision to remain in office after his term expired in May, following constitutional changes in March that could extend his term.