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Violence, Displacement, and Hunger Plagues Somalia — Global Issues
A wide view of the Security Council meeting on the situation in Somalia. Credit: UN Photo/Loey Felipe by Oritro Karim (united…
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Egypt delivers more weapons to Somalia amid rising tensions with Ethiopia | Politics News
Ties between Egypt and Somalia have grown this year over their shared mistrust of Ethiopia. An Egyptian warship has delivered…
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UN condemns deadly suicide attack on Somalia beach — Global Issues
The Al-Shabaab terrorist group reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack, which took place late on Friday night (local time) and…
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From Somalia to south Oregon – how basketball reunites civil war survivors | Basketball
Ashland, Oregon – Inside the gymnasium at Ashland Middle School, basketballs are bouncing off the backboards and freshly waxed floors,…
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At least eight killed in shootout during Somalia prison breakout attempt | Al-Shabab News
Three soldiers and five prisoners killed after armed inmates made an attempt to escape, says spokesperson for Somali army’s custodial…
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Officials highlight ongoing terrorist threats and dire humanitarian needs in Somalia — Global Issues
James Swan, head of the UN Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) briefed ambassadors noting that the Somali government is prioritising…
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Somalia asks peacekeepers to slow withdrawal, fears armed group resurgence | Al-Shabab News
Somalia’s government is seeking to slow the withdrawal of African peacekeepers and warning of a potential security vacuum, documents seen…
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Pakistan, Somalia, Panama, Denmark and Greece elected to UN Security Council — Global Issues
They will replace Ecuador, Japan, Malta, Mozambique and Switzerland, whose terms end on 31 December. In a secret ballot, the…
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Somalia urged to take ‘concrete action’ against officials who violate citizens’ rights — Global Issues
Concluding an official visit to the Horn of Africa nation Isha Dyfan highlighted the impact on civilians, especially women and…
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Is political unity in Somalia achievable? | TV Shows
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has called a meeting of regional leaders. Somalia has long been a divided nation. Government leaders…
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