Hassan Sheikh Mohamud

Somali forces repel rebel fighters in Baidoa after intense fighting and dozens of casualties.

Somalia's inaugural maritime conference in August 2026 concluded with reforms strengthening governance, security, and blue economy development, establishing a national maritime platform and calling for institutional reforms to combat illegal fishing and boost economic growth.

Somalia formally joined the Saudi-led coalition to counter Houthi militant attacks in the Red Sea, strengthening regional efforts to secure critical shipping routes amid escalating maritime threats.

President Hassan asserts Somalia's foreign policy is fully independent.

Somalia's 66-year-old independence is based on a union that never existed, with Somaliland and Somalia having different laws and no binding agreement.

Israel established an intelligence base in Somaliland and negotiates a military presence near the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait to counter Houthi threats, while Somalia's president warns the move endangers regional stability.

Somalia faces a political impasse as President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term ends without an election date set.

Clashes in Mogadishu intensify amid political rivalries and election disputes, killing at least 25 people.

Mogadishu clashes deepen Somalia's political crisis amid election tensions and violence.

Gun battles erupt in Mogadishu as government forces clash with militia groups loyal to rival politicians.

Mogadishu celebrates Eid al-Adha with prayers, family meals, and outings amidst improving security.

Somali Cabinet Approves Constitutional Implementation Plan and National Policies

Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud unveiled the nation's new constitution, set to take effect soon.

Somalia's government-opposition talks collapsed as the president's term expired amid electoral deadlock.

Turkey deepened ties with Somalia since Erdogan's 2011 humanitarian visit, establishing military bases and port control, now pursuing oil extraction agreements as part of broader Red Sea geopolitical competition amid regional power struggles.

The UK Ambassador to Somalia describes Mogadishu as one of the world's most perilous diplomatic assignments due to persistent security threats.

Somalia joins UN and African Union security councils, shifting from subject to decision-maker.

Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur is elected speaker of the Somali parliament.

Puntland forces seize a government-held camp in Somalia's Galkayo after intense clashes.

Somaliland and US military officials discuss expanding security cooperation and shared interests.

Somalia's Defence Minister meets Jordan's Army Chief to bolster military cooperation and address regional security challenges.

The European Union imposed visa restrictions on Somalia on Thursday after determining insufficient cooperation on readmitting deportees, while President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud contested identity verification procedures and pledged to accept genuine nationals.

Somaliland President Irro visited Israel in June 2026 following December 2025 recognition, but the move faces widespread international rejection from Somalia, the African Union, and Arab League, with concerns over legal validity and potential military escalation in the Horn of Africa.

Canada welcomed a Somalian referee before realizing his alleged terror ties.

Somalia's government declares order restored in Mogadishu after two days of fighting.

Could Somalia's election dispute lead to more violence?

Gunfire erupts in Mogadishu before planned protests against Somali president's rule.

Somalia advances counter-terrorism and AI governance at the Madrid Dialogue global summit.

Somali President Hassan Sheikh defends his plan for one-person, one-vote elections to replace the clan-based model.

Turkey expands military footprint in Somalia as regional rivalries intensify

Somalia's Foreign Minister Abdisaalam Abdi Ali attends the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi.

Somalia and Burkina Faso strengthen counterterrorism cooperation through intelligence sharing and joint military training.

Somalia joins the African Union Peace and Security Council and UN Security Council, shifting from subject to participant in global security discussions.

Egypt condemns Israel's appointment of a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland, calling it a violation of international law.

Somalia's Foreign Minister Abdisalam Ali met Sudan's Ambassador to strengthen bilateral ties and cooperation.

Somalia and Indonesia expand strategic partnership through high-level diplomatic talks and cooperation agreements.

Somalia's president informs Parliament that the country has regained its international voice.

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan to discuss a defence and economic cooperation agreement that grants Turkey responsibility for training Somalia's Navy and providing equipment to combat terrorism, piracy, and maritime threats while strengthening regional stability amid tensions with Ethiopia.

Israel recognized Somaliland as independent on December 26, 2025, triggering regional diplomatic tension, protests in Somalia, and celebrations in Somaliland, while the African Union and neighboring states expressed concern over territorial integrity and geopolitical instability in the Horn of Africa.

Israel established diplomatic ties with breakaway Somaliland in December, becoming the first UN member recognizing it, and is now deepening military engagement including intelligence operations and discussions of a strategic Red Sea base to counter Yemen's Ansarallah threats.

Violence in Somalia kills one person and injures 55 others amid political unrest.

Mogadishu clashes deepen Somalia's political crisis amid election tensions and violence.

Fighting erupts in Somalia's capital Mogadishu over election delay and term extension.

Somalia risks fragmentation due to a collapsing transition process and rival claims to legitimacy.

Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud challenged Somaliland's Israeli recognition on religious grounds, yet his argument contradicts Somalia's own partnerships with non-Muslim states and numerous Muslim nations' normalized relations with Israel.

The African Union expresses concern after Somalia talks ended without consensus.

East Africa's cooperation bloc praises Somalia and Ethiopia's pact, mediated by Türkiye, to end nearly a year of tensions.

Somalia and Burkina Faso discuss counterterrorism cooperation to strengthen security ties.

The UN and UK welcome Somalia's Future Council talks as a constructive step towards addressing national priorities.

Egypt stands firm on Red Sea security amid Israeli encroachment