The Council of Candidates withdraws its confidence from the Committee for Certification of Parliamentarians in Puntland

 
 the Council of Candidates for the Presidential Elections in Puntland, which includes 16 candidates, issued a statement confirming its withdrawal of confidence from the Dispute Resolution and Certification Committee of representatives of the state parliament.

The Council accused the aforementioned committee of working with the President of Puntland, Said Abdullah, who is one of the candidates, and that it began approving representatives representing the Khatima regions, even though the sultans of the clans of those regions confirmed that they would not have representatives in the next Puntland Parliament.

The Council indicated that it would begin consultations with the clan sultans, security officers and civil society organizations to avoid the occurrence of a constitutional and security conflict in Puntland.

Finally, the statement made it clear that President Saïd Deni and the Electoral Dispute Resolution and Parliament Approval Committee will bear the consequences of their actions.

Somali pirates seize a fishing boat with 34 Yemeni fishermen on board

 
Somali gunmen seized a Yemeni fishing boat near Ras Hafun, Somalia, with 34 fishermen on board, residents of Al-Khawkhah District of Al-Hudaydah Governorate (western Yemen).

The Director of Information in Al-Khawkha District, Youssef Al-Ghalisi, said that the boat called “Fath Al-Khair Al-Samoud” was subjected to piracy two days ago by Somali militants who attacked the boat and assaulted the sailors, numbering 34 fishermen from Al-Khawkha, near the “Ras Hafun” area in Somalia.

He added that 25 fishermen were left in Somali territory suffering from hunger and cold after their boat and belongings were seized, while 9 others are still in the grip of pirates and their fate is not yet known.

He explained that the sailors were practicing fishing in Somali waters with an official license from the authorities before they were exposed to the incident of maritime piracy.

The Somali army announces the killing of 80 Al-Shabaab fighters in Mudug region

 
The Somali army announced the killing of more than 80 Al-Shabaab militants in military operations in the Mudug region of Galmudug state in central Somalia.

Infantry Commander Admiral Deh Abdi, who spoke to government media, confirmed that forces supported by local militants and Galmudug state forces succeeded during the past 48 hours in liberating several villages in Medug governorate.

It should be noted that the extremist Somali Al-Shabaab movement has been fighting the Somali government and the African forces supporting it since 2007.

An employee of the Harmuud Telecommunications Company was killed in an explosion in Mogadishu

 
Abdul Wahab Othman Ahmed, an employee of the Harmuud Communications Company, was killed and two others were injured as a result of an explosion that occurred in the Hliwa District of the capital, Mogadishu.

Sources reported that the explosion was caused by an explosive device attached to a minibus belonging to the giant Harmoud telecommunications company.

No official body announced it through it, nor was there any comment from the company on what its people were exposed to.

The incident comes 10 days after a landmine exploded targeting a car carrying security guards belonging to the company outside Mogadishu, killing an employee named Ahmed Omar Abdullah.

Last month, a series of bombings caused by explosive devices targeted the company's branches in the Denili district and the Ailshabiyaha area on the outskirts of Mogadishu.

The government reveals the outcome of recent military operations against Al-Shabaab

The Somali federal government revealed that the recent operations of its forces against Al-Shabaab in the southern and central regions of the country resulted in the death of 130 Al-Shabaab militants and the confiscation of weapons and military equipment belonging to the movement.

A statement issued by the Somali Ministry of Defense stated that the forces, in cooperation with armed clan militias and international partners, carried out operations in the states of Galmudug, Hirshabelle and Jubbaland.

The statement stressed the continuation of military operations against Al-Shabaab until all Somali territory is liberated from fighters linked to Al-Qaeda.
 

Somali pirates hijack a second ship within one month

 
Another ship was hijacked off the coast of Somalia on Friday, Britain's maritime watchdog said, raising fears that Somali pirates could return after a retreat.

The small commercial ship was seized by an armed group near the “Ele” area on the coast of Puntland, according to what the British Maritime Trade Agency quoted officials from the company that owned the ship.

A Maltese-flagged commercial ship was hijacked in the Gulf of Aden last week and headed to the same area off the coast of Somalia, the European Union Navy said.

The ship Ruin had a crew of 18 on board when it was hijacked near Socotra Island in Yemen, which is about 240 kilometers from Somalia. The European Navy said that one of the crew members was evacuated to an Indian Navy ship to receive medical treatment.

10 Al-Shabaab fighters were killed in southern Somalia

 
10 Al-Shabaab fighters were killed during a joint operation by the Somali army and US forces in southern Somalia.

The operation targeted a group of fighters who were gathering on the border between the Lower Juba and Middle Juba regions in Jubaland state, where their plan was destroyed.

The official media indicated that the National Army and its American partners cooperated in implementing a well-thought-out operation to thwart the Kharijite conspiracy, and that the operation was successful.

This week, it adopts another operation in the most central Juba, targeting a senior leadership in the Al-Shabaab movement. The federal government said that it supports its people and partners and undertakes to eliminate the Al-Shabaab movement.

5 people were killed in a clash between the army and gunmen east of Hargeisa

 
At least 5 people were killed and formed in Jabal Al-Jaish between and armed men in the “Naso Hablod” mountains, east of Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland.

Representative Yassin Omar Yiri, a member of the local council in Hargeisa, said: The army was attacked by gunmen claiming ownership of the lands where the fighting took place.

The children want to compete in the ownership of a recently owned property, adding that the situation in the area is present now and matters are in the hands of the government and the Hargeisa Municipality.

Al-Shabaab fighters were expelled from two new areas in Mudug region

 
Reports received from the Mudug region of Galmudug state in central Somalia indicated that government forces succeeded on Tuesday in expelling Al-Shabaab fighters from two areas of the town of Aad.

The reports added that government forces, supported by the Dervish forces of Galmudug Province and local fighters, have tightened their control over areas located in the south of Medug Province.

The reports added that government forces, supported by the Dervish forces of Galmudug Province and local fighters, have tightened their control over areas located in the south of Medug Province.

Somali Minister of Information, Dawud Awis, stated in his post that the operation aims to neutralize the terrorist leader responsible for coordinating terrorist attacks, explaining that the raid took place in the Central Juba Governorate on December 17, without revealing the identity of the targeted leader.

The National Army officially assumes responsibility for the security of the presidential palace

 
On Sunday, the Somali National Army officially assumed responsibility for the security of the Presidential Palace and the Somali Federal Parliament, ending the African Union Mission in Somalia (ATMS)’s 16-year-long mission.

The handover ceremony at the Presidential Palace was attended by the Commander of the Somali National Army, General Ibrahim Sheikh Muhyiddin, the Commander of the Presidential Palace Guard, Abdelhakim Mohamed Yusuf, and representatives from the African Union and the United Nations in Somalia.

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud praised the 77th Brigade of the National Army, which assumes security responsibility for the country's leaders, and said that assuming responsibility for securing the presidential palace from African forces is a step that shows the restoration of the capacity and strength of the Somali National Armed Forces.

The Army Commander visited the forces guarding the presidential palace and expressed his gratitude to the leaders and soldiers of AMISOM who have been responsible for the security of the country’s leadership for many years.

Somali security forces receive security for the presidential complex from African forces

 Somali security forces are preparing to take over the security of the presidential complex
Somali security forces are preparing to take over the security of the presidential complex in Mogadishu, known as “Villa Somalia,” from African forces, which is a milestone in Somalia’s journey towards self-reliance in national security.
Since 2007, AMISOM soldiers have been securing the presidential compound
Since 2007, soldiers of the African Union Mission in Somalia have been securing the presidential complex and other vital facilities, such as the Mogadishu International Port and airport, and handing over security of the presidency to the Somali security forces is considered part of the gradual withdrawal of African forces from the country.
The Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission praised
The Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission and Head of the Union Mission in Somalia, Ambassador Mohamed El Amin Soueif, hailed this development as a crucial step in the country’s quest to achieve sustainable peace and security.

It is expected that ending the arms embargo that was imposed on Somalia will greatly enhance Somali military capabilities, which is vital for its ongoing struggle against Al-Shabaab militants and for it to take over the country’s security from African forces after 15 years.

Pirates hijack a commercial ship off the coast of Somalia

 
The European Union's anti-piracy force in Somalia said on Friday that a Spanish navy ship was sailing at full speed towards a commercial ship that may have been hijacked by pirates.

The force indicated in a statement that the Spanish ship Victory, the lead ship in UNAFOR's Atlanta operation, was rapidly advancing towards the ship that was said to have been hijacked by pirates, seeking more information and evaluating next actions.

If this operation is confirmed, it will be the first successful kidnapping involving Somali pirates since 2017, when a campaign launched by international naval forces stopped a series of kidnappings in the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean.

It caused a large number of Al-Shabaab in an airstrike in the More Medg area

 
The Somali government announced the killing of a number of Al-Shabaab leaders in an air strike in the Barag Ali area in Mudug region of Galmudug state in central Somalia.

The raid, which took place near the newly liberated city of Haratiri, targeted a convoy belonging to the movement, which was traveling in a forest area.

The airstrike reportedly killed several fighters and their leaders and burned two cars to ashes, without giving a specific death toll.

President Hassan Sheikh chairs the Somalia Security Conference in New York

 
On Tuesday, the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, chaired the Somalia Security Conference at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, where the importance of Somalia’s security to the region was highlighted.

In this meeting, which was organized and attended by 26 countries, the United Nations, the Arab League, the European Union and the African Union, the President presented the achievements of his government’s plans to rebuild the army and liberate areas under the control of terrorists, the importance of security cooperation at the continental and international levels, the withdrawal of AMISOM forces, and stability. politics in somalia.

The President said: “The current reduction in the number of AMISOM forces is evidence of the progress we have made in the plan to ensure a stable Somalia that has security services capable of fully assuming responsibility for securing the country.”

Al-Shabaab attacks an African forces camp in Bulumerer

 
Reports from the Lower Shabelle region in southwestern Somalia state indicated that Al-Shabaab attacked a camp for Ugandan forces in the city of “Bolumerer” in the region.

The reports added that the attack, which lasted for several hours, began with the shelling of the Ugandan military base with mortar shells by Al-Shabaab militants, and was followed by direct confrontations with heavy and medium weapons.

Al-Shabaab, which is linked to Al-Qaeda, claimed that it inflicted losses on Atamis forces, but its claims could not be verified from independent sources.

Last May, the movement’s fighters invaded the “Atmis” base in Bulumerer, which includes Ugandan forces working within the framework of the African Union Mission. As many as 57 UPDF soldiers lost their lives.

120 Somalis died as a result of floods in the country

 
The head of the Somali Disaster Management Agency, Mahmoud Maalim Abdullahi, announced that floods resulting from heavy rains and rising water levels of the Juba and Shabelle rivers led to the death of 120 people, and pointed out that Bay, Gedo and lower Juba governorates were the most affected.

“In these floods, we lost 120 people across the country, especially in Bay, Gedo and Lower Juba governorates. This includes many who died in a boat capsizing while trying to escape from Al-Shabaab,” Abdullah said.

He also explained the difficulty of aid reaching some areas, as the floods led to the closure of many airports while the challenges associated with the floods continue in many cities within Hiran Governorate, especially the cities of Beledweyne Bouluberti and Jallaqsi.

The Somali government and the African Union Mission pledge to intensify operations against Al-Shabaab

 The Somali government and the African Union Transitional Mission pledged
The Somali government and the African Union Transitional Mission in Somalia pledged to intensify military operations to expel Al-Shabaab militants after lifting the arms embargo that the United Nations had imposed on Somalia for 31 years.
The African Union Special Representative in Somalia and Head of Mission said
The African Union Special Representative in Somalia and Head of Mission, Mohamed El Amin Suef, and the Somali Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Dawud Aweys, said in a joint statement that lifting the embargo will give a new opportunity to fight Al-Shabaab and other armed groups in the country.
Soueif said that the arms embargo would be lifted by the United Nations Security Council
Soueif said that the lifting of the arms embargo by the UN Security Council represents an important moment in the development of security in Somalia and serves as a catalyst for the continued transfer of security responsibilities from the African Mission to the Somali security forces.
The Somali Minister of Information, for his part, indicated that the ban had been lifted
For his part, the Somali Minister of Information indicated that lifting the embargo will enable Somalia to build and modernize its armed forces and enhance its ability to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Somalia and Ethiopia renew the joint defense agreement to enhance regional stability

 The Defense Ministers of Somalia and Ethiopia signed a new memorandum of understanding
The Defense Ministers of Somalia and Ethiopia signed a new memorandum of understanding to enhance their defense cooperation and joint efforts to promote peace and security in the Horn of Africa.
The Memorandum of Understanding, which was signed in Addis Ababa on Wednesday
The memorandum of understanding, which was signed in Addis Ababa on Wednesday, is a renewal of the previous agreement signed in February 2014, which covers areas such as military training, intelligence sharing, counter-terrorism, maritime security and humanitarian assistance.
The memorandum of understanding also stipulates the establishment of joint defense committees
The memorandum of understanding also stipulates the establishment of joint defense committees, which will monitor and facilitate the implementation of the agreement and coordinate the activities of the defense forces of the two countries.

The two ministers hailed the renewed defense agreement as a testament to the strong and strategic partnership between Somalia and Ethiopia, and a vital step towards enhancing stability and prosperity in the region.

Somalia expresses its gratitude to the countries that supported it in lifting the arms embargo

 President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud expressed his deep gratitude to the countries that supported the historic decision
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud expressed his deep gratitude to the countries that supported the historic decision taken by the United Nations Security Council to lift the arms embargo on Somalia, which has been in effect for more than 32 years.
The President delivered a speech at an event held for this historic achievement
The President delivered a speech at an event held for this historic achievement, attended by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre and Somali and foreign officials, in which he praised the steadfast support that the government and people of Somalia received throughout their long struggle to achieve this pivotal victory. He stressed the great importance of this decision in securing Somalia's liberation from terrorism and outlined the government's plan to manage weapons responsibly.
“This victory is a testament to the collective efforts,” President Mahmoud declared
“This victory is a testament to the collective efforts of the Somali people and the international community,” President Mohamud declared, saying: “We are extremely grateful to all the governments that stood by our side during this difficult journey.” Their unwavering support has been instrumental in bringing us closer to achieving lasting peace and stability in Somalia.

He gathered hundreds of clan militias to participate in the war against Al-Shabaab in Hiran Province

 
Hundreds of clan militias were gathered in the “Helgen” area in the Hiran region in central Somalia to participate in the war against the Al-Shabaab movement, which still controls some areas in the region.

The Special Envoy of the Somali President to coordinate the affairs of the clan militias known as (Mawsali), Ali Getty Osman, urged the local forces to prepare for a new operation to eliminate Al-Shabaab militants and expel them from the areas in Hiran region under their control.

In a speech to local fighters in the Helgen region, Getty affirmed his commitment to eliminating the terrorist group in the second phase of military operations in central Somalia.

60 Al-Shabaab militants were killed two days ago in a joint operation by the Somali army and Somalia's international partners that took place in a village 8 kilometers from Helgen.

Al-Shabaab claims responsibility for an attack targeting new recruits in Mogadishu

 Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility for a suicide attack targeting yesterday, Sunday
Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility for a suicide attack yesterday, Sunday, targeting the Turksum Military Academy in Mogadishu, wounding at least 5 people, most of them new recruits.
The Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Shabaab movement claimed in a statement
The Al-Qaeda-linked Al-Shabaab movement claimed in a statement that it had killed 32 government soldiers, but there was no official comment from the authorities regarding the casualties.
According to received reports, security forces intercepted the suicide bomber
According to received reports, security forces intercepted the suicide bomber who tried to target a group of young men who were on their way to join the Somali special forces known as “Gurgur,” which Turkey is training.

More than 60 Al-Shabaab militants were killed in an operation in Hiran province

 
Somali official media reported on Sunday that more than 60 Al-Shabaab fighters were killed in a joint operation in Hiran region in central Somalia.

According to state-owned media, the operation, which took many hours, took place in the village of “Halu Baad”, located 8 kilometers southwest of the “Helgen” region in Hiran Governorate, Hirshabelle State.

She added that the joint operation, which was carried out in cooperation with international partners, also led to the destruction of many terrorist bases and the seizure of weapons.

One person was killed and 3 others injured in an explosion in Hiran province

 At least one person was killed and 3 others were injured
At least one person was killed and 3 others were injured in a landmine explosion that occurred in the “Helgen” area in Hiran region in central Somalia.
The explosion targeted a small cafe frequented by security officials
The explosion targeted a small cafe frequented by security officials and local authorities in the area yesterday, Friday, according to local sources.
No group claimed responsibility for the attack
No group claimed responsibility for the attack, but Al-Shabaab militants usually carry out such attacks on hotels and restaurants in different parts of the country.
It is noteworthy that Somalia has been suffering from insecurity for years
It is noteworthy that Somalia has been suffering from insecurity for years, with the main threats emanating from ISIS and Al-Shabaab terrorist organizations.