Israeli Soldier Leaves Chilling Note Before Suicide, Citing "Unbearable Trauma" After October 7

Sunatimes.com –An Israeli soldier who took his own life last week left behind a disturbing suicide note in which he described severe psychological trauma linked to the events of October 7, 2023, according to a report by the Israeli newspaper Haaretz. The soldier, identified as Thomas Adzegaouskas, wrote that the attack by Hamas "destroyed his life" and transformed him into a person unable to live with the memories and actions that followed....

Somalia Needs More Diplomats Like Foreign Minister Abdisalam Dhaay

Sunatimes.com - Somalia's Foreign Minister Abdisalam Omer Dhaay has quickly emerged as one of the most effective and respected young diplomats representing the nation on the global stage. His leadership, sharp diplomatic skills, and ability to build meaningful international partnerships have earned Somalia renewed visibility and respect in recent months....

Somalia: U.S. Bars Somali Boxer Ramla Ali From Entering Country Over Recent Mogadishu Visit

Sunatimes.com – The United States government has blocked Somali-born boxing star Ramla Ali from entering the country, citing her recent travel to Mogadishu as the reason for the decision. The move has forced the cancellation of Ali's scheduled fight on 19 December, a match that had been widely anticipated by fans and promoters....

Israel Raises Security Concerns Over Turkish Military Activity in Somalia

Israel has issued an unusual security assessment naming Somalia as an emerging strategic risk, according to a detailed report published by Israel Hayom. The development marks the first time Israel has publicly identified Somalia as a potential source of long-range military threats. The report states that Israeli security institutions are closely observing Turkey's expanding defence footprint in Mogadishu, including what is described as a covert initiative to establish a long-range missile testing and aerospace command site on Somalia's coastline....

Somalia: Alasow Foundation Distributes Emergency Food Aid to 100 Vulnerable Families in Mogadishu

Mogadishu, Somalia – The Alasow Foundation has conducted a major humanitarian food distribution aimed at supporting 100 vulnerable families across the capital, as part of its ongoing effort to assist low-income households facing economic hardship....

Somali Women Handcuffed After Criticizing Afgooye District Administration — A Disturbing Violation of Human Rights

It is deeply disturbing and unacceptable that Somali women were shackled by their hands and feet simply for participating in a meeting where they criticized the Afgooye district administration. Citizens have a constitutional right to express their views and to take part in peaceful assemblies without intimidation or fear....

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Ruto's Housing Policy Wins Public Praise After Transforming Life of Female Police Officer

Nairobi – A positive public response has followed the Kenyan government after President William Ruto oversaw the relocation of a young female police officer from a rundown iron-sheet shack to a modern apartment under the Affordable Housing programme. The reassignment of the officer — who had been living in extremely modest conditions — has quickly become a symbol of how government social programmes can directly improve the lives of hardworking citizens when properly implemented....

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U.S. Policy Shift Raises Concerns Over Possible Restrictions on Somali Remittance Firms

Washington / Minneapolis – A growing sense of uncertainty is spreading across the Somali-American community as new signals from the U.S. political landscape suggest an upcoming policy shift that could place Somali-owned money transfer companies under federal sanctions or regulatory pressure....

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Senior al-Shabaab Commander Faces Justice as Somalia Intensifies Counter-Terror Efforts

Mogadishu – Somalia's Military Court has opened the trial of one of al-Shabaab's most influential regional leaders, marking a major step in the government's broader campaign to dismantle the group's command structure. The defendant, Idris Mohamed Sheikh, commonly known as Abu Abbas, is accused of serving in the militant organization for more than a decade, holding powerful administrative and strategic roles within al-Shabaab across multiple regions. According to the prosecution, Abu Abbas joined al-Shabaab in 2009 and quickly rose through the ranks. He served as commissioner of Bardale, Dinsor, and Baidoa, and later worked closely with Ahmed Diriye (Abu Ubaidah) — now the supreme leader of the group — during his time as Governor (Waalli) of Bay and Bakool....

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Somali Army Officers Removed From Key Positions — Political Restructuring or Targeted Marginalization?

A major wave of dismissals and demotions within the Somali National Army has raised serious concerns among military insiders and political observers. Over the past months, a group of senior and mid-level officers — most of whom previously resisted the political pressure during the Farmaajo era — have been systematically removed from command positions, sidelined, or forced into early retirement....

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Somalia's Sports Sector Reborn: Minister Mohamed Abdulkadir Ali Delivers Record Achievements in Office

Sunatimes.com- Somalia's sports landscape is undergoing the most transformative progress in decades, thanks to the leadership of the Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, Mohamed Abdulkadir Ali, whose term in office has redefined the role of sports in national development, youth empowerment, and international cooperation....

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Somalia: Puntland Court Orders Urgent Hearing Without Mental Health Assessment, Raising Concerns of Possible Injustice

The First Grade Court of Mudug Region in Gaalkacyo has issued an order mandating the immediate court appearance of two defendants: Hodan Maxamud Diiriye (34) and Cabdicaasiis Nuur Xaashi Calas (65). Both individuals are accused in a case filed by complainant Marxuumad Saabiriin Saylaan Cabdille Wees & DPL and her family....

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Somalia's 2026 Mandate Test: Federal–State Election Rift Deepens Ahead of Polls

Somalia is entering a critical political year as preparations begin for the 2026 mandate cycle, with the central government and Federal Member States (FMS) increasingly divided over who should control upcoming elections. The debate touches on the core of Somalia's federal model — whether elections belong under the jurisdiction of federal states or the national government in Mogadishu....

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Somalia:Growing Coalition Backs Liban Ahmed as Galmudug's Political Landscape Shifts

The race for Galmudug state leadership has taken a remarkable turn as a broad political and community coalition has rallied behind Liban Ahmed, signaling a significant change in the dynamics of the upcoming election. What began as a quiet consultation among elders has transformed into a movement uniting diverse societal and clan interests....

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