Thursday 21 May 2026
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Maritime security agencies are cautioning that risks to shipping off Somalia’s coastline are rising after a cargo vessel was recently taken over in what is believed to be a piracy-related incident.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has elevated the regional threat level to “substantial,”…
Maritime security agencies are cautioning that risks to shipping off Somalia’s coastline are rising after a cargo vessel was recently taken over in what is believed to be a piracy-related incident.
The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has elevated the regional threat level to “substantial,”…
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Kenya’s Sebastian Sawe delivered a landmark performance at the London Marathon, becoming the first runner to complete the distance in under two hours during an official race setting.
The 31-year-old clocked 1:59:30 to secure victory, shaving more than a minute off the previous best mark of 2:00:35…
Kenya’s Sebastian Sawe delivered a landmark performance at the London Marathon, becoming the first runner to complete the distance in under two hours during an official race setting.
The 31-year-old clocked 1:59:30 to secure victory, shaving more than a minute off the previous best mark of 2:00:35…
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The government of Israel has approved a series of new diplomatic appointments, including the naming of its first-ever ambassador to Somaliland. The appointments, endorsed unanimously by the cabinet, were put forward by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and include postings in Southeast Asia as well as…
The government of Israel has approved a series of new diplomatic appointments, including the naming of its first-ever ambassador to Somaliland. The appointments, endorsed unanimously by the cabinet, were put forward by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar and include postings in Southeast Asia as well as…
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The Trump administration is considering steps to improve relations with Eritrea as security concerns grow in key global shipping routes.
U.S. Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs Massad Boulos has told foreign counterparts that Washington is considering lifting some sanctions on Eritrea, The…
The Trump administration is considering steps to improve relations with Eritrea as security concerns grow in key global shipping routes.
U.S. Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs Massad Boulos has told foreign counterparts that Washington is considering lifting some sanctions on Eritrea, The…
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William Ruto and Giorgia Meloni on Monday adopted what the two governments described as a “2026–2029 action plan” to deepen ties. The agreement followed Ruto’s official visit to Rome, where both leaders cited “the strong and longstanding relations between their nations” and said the partnership…
William Ruto and Giorgia Meloni on Monday adopted what the two governments described as a “2026–2029 action plan” to deepen ties. The agreement followed Ruto’s official visit to Rome, where both leaders cited “the strong and longstanding relations between their nations” and said the partnership…
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Ethiopian Airlines announced that it will acquire six additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. This builds on an earlier order of 20 jets, bringing the total to 26, with deliveries expected to begin in 2028.
CEO Mesfin Tasew explained that the expansion is intended to strengthen long-haul…
Ethiopian Airlines announced that it will acquire six additional Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. This builds on an earlier order of 20 jets, bringing the total to 26, with deliveries expected to begin in 2028.
CEO Mesfin Tasew explained that the expansion is intended to strengthen long-haul…
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On Sunday, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) Central Committee announced the reinstatement of the pre-war Tigray Regional Council, declaring the federal government’s extension of the interim administration “a unilateral decision, in violation of the Pretoria Agreement.” The TPLF…
On Sunday, the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) Central Committee announced the reinstatement of the pre-war Tigray Regional Council, declaring the federal government’s extension of the interim administration “a unilateral decision, in violation of the Pretoria Agreement.” The TPLF…
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The African Union condemned Israel’s appointment of a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland, warning that any move toward recognizing Somaliland would undermine Somalia’s sovereignty and risk destabilizing the Horn of Africa.
The African Union Commission said it “expresses deep concern and strongly…
The African Union condemned Israel’s appointment of a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland, warning that any move toward recognizing Somaliland would undermine Somalia’s sovereignty and risk destabilizing the Horn of Africa.
The African Union Commission said it “expresses deep concern and strongly…
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A group of foreign ministers from the Middle East, Africa, and Asia on Saturday condemned Israel’s appointment of a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland, calling the move a violation of Somalia’s sovereignty and a threat to regional stability.
In a joint statement, ministers from countries including…
A group of foreign ministers from the Middle East, Africa, and Asia on Saturday condemned Israel’s appointment of a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland, calling the move a violation of Somalia’s sovereignty and a threat to regional stability.
In a joint statement, ministers from countries including…
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Donald Trump’s administration is urging governments worldwide to endorse a sweeping shift in international development policy, calling for “trade over aid” and a reduced reliance on traditional humanitarian assistance, according to a diplomatic cable reviewed by The Washington Post.
The directive,…
Donald Trump’s administration is urging governments worldwide to endorse a sweeping shift in international development policy, calling for “trade over aid” and a reduced reliance on traditional humanitarian assistance, according to a diplomatic cable reviewed by The Washington Post.
The directive,…