Somalia Advances Talks to Buy JF-17 Thunder Block III Fighter Jets From Pakistan

By HAN News DeskMOGADISHU — Somalia is reportedly advancing discussions to purchase up to 24 JF-17 Thunder Block III fighter jets from...

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Saudi Arabia Warns UAE Over Actions in Southern Yemen

By HAN News DeskRIYADH — Saudi Arabia has issued a stern warning to the United Arab Emirates, accusing it of taking actions...

UK Temporarily Suspends Family Reunification Route for Migrants

By Horn Africa News LONDON – The United Kingdom government has announced a temporary suspension of the family reunification...

Somali Senator and Son Praised for Organizing Fighting in Middle Shabelle

MOGADISHU,(HAN) — Senator Ahmed Mohamed Ali, widely known by his nickname Afcadeey, along with his son, Yassin Ahmed Mohamed Ali, a Somali...

Elder Accuses Deni of Secret UAE-Backed Mineral Extraction in Somalia’s Puntland State

By HAN News Desk BOSASO — A prominent Somali traditional leader, Harago, widely known for his sharp rhetoric and...

Former Somali President Responds to Police Station Attack in Mogadishu

MOGADISHU, (HAN) – Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has issued a stern condemnation following the recent attack on the Warta...

Somali military court hands down death sentences over brutal killings in Lower Shabelle

By HAN News Desk MOGADISHU – A Somali military court has handed down a series of sentences, including the...

Eritrea Announces Withdrawal from IGAD

By HAN News DeskASMARA — The government of Eritrea has formally announced its decision to withdraw from the Intergovernmental Authority on Development...

Pakistan Reaffirms Support for Somalia in High-Level Security Talks

By HAN News DeskISLAMABAD — Pakistan has pledged continued political and security support for Somalia following high-level talks between President Asif Ali...

Trump Sparks Outrage With Remarks Targeting Somali Community and Rep. Ilhan Omar

WASHINGTON, D.C. (HAN) — Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again ignited controversy after making inflammatory remarks about Somali people and...

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Somalia Gets Diplomatic Boost as China’s Foreign Minister Visits

By HAN News DeskMOGADISHU - China’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Wang Yi, is expected to arrive in Mogadishu today in a visit...

Somalia and Serbia in Talks for Defense and Security Partnership

By Horn Africa News The Somali Ministry of Defense is reportedly preparing to enter a defense and security agreement...

Puntland and Jubbaland Accuse Federal Government of Abusing Power

Thursday, June 26, 2025 – HAN Garowe- The Presidents of...

Gedo Tensions Put Somalia–Ethiopia Relations at Risk

By Horn Africa News BELED-HAWO — Rising tensions in Somalia’s Gedo region are threatening to damage relations between Mogadishu...

Kenyan Human Rights Groups Decry Ruto’s Authoritarian Rule

Nairobi – Human rights organizations across Kenya have issued a scathing rebuke of President William Ruto’s administration, accusing it of authoritarianism and...

Egypt reiterates full support for Somalia’s security and stability

Source: Hiiraan Online MOGADISHU, (HAN) - Egypt has reiterated its full solidarity with Somalia’s efforts to achieve security and stability, confirming plans to send troops as part of the African...

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Somalia Participates in Arab–India Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi

By HAN News DeskNEW DELHI — Somalia has taken part in the Arab–India Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, as the country seeks to strengthen...

Somalia Set to Participate in Arab University Games in Doha: A New Chapter in Youth and Sports Diplomacy

By Horn Africa News Staff Tuesday, July 8, 2025 | Doha, Qatar Somalia is preparing to...

Mali, Burkina Faso Ban U.S. Citizens in Retaliation for Travel Restrictions

By HAN News Desk BAMAKO— The West African nations of Mali and Burkina Faso have barred U.S. citizens from...

Somali Parliament Approves Farhan Mohamed Jimale as Member of National Human Rights Commission

MOGADISHU (HAN) — The Somali Federal Parliament on Saturday approved several nominees to the country’s Independent Human Rights Commission, including Farhan Mohamed...

Somali President and Prime Minister to Attend Inauguration of Northeastern State in Lasanod

MOGADISHU, (HAN) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre are expected to travel to Lasanod in the...

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Clashes in Beledweyne: Commander Ali Cagey Restores Civilian Access to Ugaas Khaliif Airport Amid Rising Tensions

MOGADISHU, (HAN) – Tensions in Beledweyne escalated this week after a clash between government forces left one soldier dead and at least five...

Somaliland Politician Waraabe Under Fire Over Southerner Deportatio

HARGEISA (HAN) — UCID party leader Faysal Ali Waraabe has recently suggested that individuals originally from southern Somalia who are living in Somaliland...

MSF says 3 of its workers were ‘intentionally’ killed in Ethiopia’s Tigray

Republished By Horn Africa News Source: Aljazeera Doctors...

Somaliland Approves E-Visa Entry via Hargeisa Amid Project Closure

Reporting by: HAN News Desk HARGEISA — The Somaliland government has officially approved the entry of travelers through e-visa applications...

Somali Parliament Approves Farhan Mohamed Jimale as Member of National Human Rights Commission

MOGADISHU (HAN) — The Somali Federal Parliament on Saturday approved several nominees to the country’s Independent Human Rights Commission, including Farhan Mohamed Jimale,...

Revenue War Erupts as NRA Battles Powerful Cartels in South Sudan

By Horn Africa News Juba - A silent but escalating power struggle is unfolding in South Sudan as the country’s...

Somaliland and Taiwan Set to Sign Historic Maritime Security Agreement Amid Pressure from China and Somalia

By Horn Africa News Hargeisa — This week, the Somaliland administration and Taiwan are poised to finalize a historic maritime...

Al-Shabaab Is Planning to Attack Mogadishu Central Prison, Says Head of Somali Custodial Corps

By Horn Africa News Mogadishu – The Commander of the Somali Custodial Corps, Major General Mahad Abdirahman Aden, has publicly...

Deputy Prime Minister Chairs Emergency Meeting on Drought Response in Awdal Region

By Horn Africa News Mogadishu – In light of the escalating humanitarian crisis caused by prolonged drought conditions...