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AU, UN extend congratulations as Somalia marks 65th independence anniversary
MOGADISHU, July 1 (Xinhua) -- The African Union Commission (AUC) and United Nations (UN) on Tuesday hailed several achievements made by Somalia in peace and stability as the country marked its 65th anniversary of independence. In a congratulatory...

Ugandan military helicopter catches fire in deadly Somalia crash
A Ugandan military helicopter crashed and caught fire at the main international airport in Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, killing five people on board. The pilot, co-pilot and flight engineer survived with "serious injuries and severe burns",...

Military helicopter crashes in Somalia
A military helicopter crashed in Somalia's capital city of Mogadishu, News.Az reports, citing foreign media. Multiple casualties were reported in the crash that happened in Aden Adde International Airport. No official statement has been issued as...

Tanzania and Somalia all set for direct flights
Dar es Salaam. Tanzania and Somalia have agreed to reintroduce direct flights between Dar es Salaam and Mogadishu, marking a major step towards strengthening bilateral ties and expanding trade and cooperation. Speaking on Tuesday during...

‘Eclipse of the century’ to be seen in 2027 but will miss the Caribbean
The moon is shown during a full lunar eclipse, Sunday, May 15, 2022, near Moscow, Idaho, with the reddish colour caused by it passing into the shadow of the Earth. A Tuesday, November 8, 2022 total lunar eclipse will be visible throughout North...

Oruç Reis vessel returns to Türkiye after Somalia mission
ANKARA The Oruç Reis Seismic Research Vessel has returned to Türkiye after successfully completing its first intercontinental mission in Somalia, marking the end of a nine-month deployment. According to a statement by the Energy and Natural...

Somalia’s coastal crisis: Voices from the edge of the sea
This photograph captures the coastal area of Mogadishu, Somalia, offering a view of the shoreline and water. The scene highlights the region's natural environment and coastal geography. Image by NMIUM from Alamy. Public domain. By Vladyslav...

Five soldiers killed as helicopter crashes in Somalia

ISSI celebrates Somalia’s Independence Day
ISLAMABAD - The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR), yesterday organized an event to...

Did You See What Ilhan Omar Posted About Somalia?
In between her posts decrying the Senate passingPresident Donald Trump's big beautiful bill, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) put out a post about Somalia, her home country. "Happy Independence Day Somalia 💙," she posted, along with "#SomaliaAt65." Omar's...

Maya Jama shows off her incredible figure in a skimpy ribbed khaki green bikini as she soaks up the sun in Somalia
Maya Jama showed off her incredible figure in a skimpy ribbed khaki green bikini during a sun-soaked visit to Somalia. The brunette bombshell, 30, has been flying between the Balearic island and the UK as she makes her appearances in the villa...
Tanzania reaffirms diplomatic, economic ties with Somalia
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its bilateral relationship with Somalia, intending to enhance economic development between the two nations. Speaking in Dar es Salaam during the 65th anniversary celebration of...

King Salman and Crown Prince Congratulate Somalia on Independence Day
Riyadh – The Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, have extended their heartfelt congratulations to President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of the...

Qatar’s Amir Sends Congratulations to Presidents of Somalia
Doha, July 01 (QNA) – HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to HE President of the sisterly Federal Republic of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on the anniversary of his country’s Independence Day. HH the Amir,...

ISSI marks Somalia’s Independence Day, reaffirm commitment to strengthen bilateral ties
- Advertisement - ISLAMABAD, Jul 01 (APP):The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with the Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR),...

Rep. Ilhan Omar Celebrates Independence Day … in Somalia
The Fourth of July is just three days away now, and we were as surprised as anyone to hear Rep. Ilhan Omar wishing this country a happy Independence Day. Just last month, as ICE was busy doing its job, Omar declared that "we are turning into one...
Tanzania, Somalia forge stronger ties with direct flights
DAR ES SALAAM: Tanzania and Somalia plan to resume direct flights between Dar es Salaam and Mogadishu as part of renewed efforts to deepen diplomatic and economic ties. The announcement was made during celebrations marking Somalia’s 65th...

To His Excellency Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of the Federal Republic of Somalia
Dear Mr. President, On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I extend my sincere congratulations and best wishes to you and your entire nation on the occasion of the national holiday of the Federal Republic of Somalia. Relations...

Arab Parliament Speaker Congratulates Somalia on National Day
Tue 01 Jul 2025 | 12:59 PM Arab Parliament Speaker Congratulates Somalia on National Day Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yamahi, Speaker of the Arab Parliament, congratulated the Somali Republic—its leadership, government, parliament, and people—on the...
Military Helicopter Crashes In Somalian Capital; Watch Dramatic Video From Mogadishu
'The Answer Is...': Cong's Big Hint on Karnataka CM Change Amid Rift Between Siddaramaiah, DK Camps Amid swirling rumours and internal rifts in Karnataka, Congress has clarified there is no plan to replace Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, at least for...