BREAKING: Libya's Army Chief of Staff Killed in Plane Crash Near Ankara, Turkey

ANKARA — Libya's army chief of staff, General Mohammed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad, was killed Tuesday evening when a private jet carrying him and four other senior military officials crashed shortly after departing from Ankara's Esenboğa Airport in Turkey. The incident occurred as the delegation was returning to Tripoli following official meetings in the Turkish capital. Anadolu Ajansı...

Somali Diaspora Calls for Stronger Action as Women and Children Face Widespread Online Blackmail

Across Europe and other parts of the world, Somali communities living in the diaspora are facing a growing and deeply concerning problem: the systematic blackmail and online abuse of women and children on social media platforms. In recent years, cases of digital extortion, threats, and harassment have increased significantly. Victims are often targeted through platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, where private images, videos, or fabricated content are used to intimidate, shame, and extort money or silence individuals. Community advocates report that many victims suffer in silence due to fear, stigma, and lack of access to independent support structures. In particular, women and minors are disproportionately affected, facing psychological harm, reputational damage, and long-term social consequences....

Elon Musk Amplifies Warning That Europe "Faces Extinction" Without Migration

Tech magnate Elon Musk has reignited a Europe-wide debate on migration after publicly endorsing a warning that the continent risks "extinction" if it continues to restrict the entry of migrants. Musk reacted with a "100" emoji to a post shared by activist Drew Pavlou, who highlighted an opinion column by British author and environmental commentator George Monbiot. The column argues that Europe's declining birth rates and rapidly ageing populations make inward migration essential for the survival of its economies and social systems....

Journalism in 2026: The Human Comeback, AI Integration, and a Media Industry Under Pressure

Sunatimes.com - As 2026 approaches, leading media research institutions are warning that journalism is entering a period of dramatic transition shaped by artificial intelligence, economic strain, and a public increasingly fatigued by the news cycle. Both Nieman Lab at Harvard University and the Dutch Journalism Innovation Fund (Stimuleringsfonds voor de Journalistiek) have released their annual predictions for the year ahead, identifying four defining trends that will reshape the global media landscape....

Questions Raised Over AFP Article by Mohamed Gabobe: Political Messaging Overshadows Somali Security Reality

A recent AFP report written by Mohamed Gabobe regarding the deportation of Mahad Maxamud from the United States has triggered considerable debate in Somalia. Many analysts argue that the article appears driven less by Somali security realities and more by diaspora political sentiment responding to former U.S. President Donald Trump's controversial remarks about Somali migrants....

Turkey Says Somalia Could Begin Official Oil Drilling in 2026 as Political Questions Remain

Sunatimes.com -Turkey has indicated that 2026 could mark the beginning of Somalia's first official oil drilling operations, a potential turning point for a country struggling with decades of economic stagnation and political fragmentation. The announcement was made by Turkey's Minister of Energy, Alparslan Bayraktar, who confirmed that Ankara has already acquired new exploration vessels specifically designed for offshore extraction along Somalia's coastline....

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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....

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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....

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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....

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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....

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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....

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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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