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energy13 days ago•30 min saved

Turkey kicks off first overseas offshore drilling as Cagri Bey heads to Somalia

Turkey dispatched its deep-sea drilling vessel Cagri Bey to Somalia for Ankara’s first offshore exploration mission outside its maritime zone, with drilling set to begin at Curad-1 in April off the Somali coast. The ship, recently added to Turkey’s fleet, will be escorted by three Turkish warships and is expected to reach Somalia in about 45 days. Energy officials described the move as historic and said Turkey aims to raise oil output to about 500,000 barrels per day by 2028, with potential gains from discoveries and international production-sharing agreements abroad.

via Reuters|

#energy #exploration-and-production #oil-and-gas

world14 days ago•4 min saved

Gulf Rivalry Casts Shadow Over African Union Summit in Horn of Africa

Saudi–UAE rivalry spills into the Horn of Africa ahead of the African Union summit, with Riyadh and Abu Dhabi backing opposing sides in regional conflicts and pressuring states to choose camps, as leaders aim to stay neutral to avoid being drawn into the Gulf feud amid tensions in Somalia, Sudan and Ethiopia-Eritrea.

via Reuters|

#african-union #horn-of-africa #saudi-arabia

world25 days ago•5 min saved

Turkey Expands Military Footprint with F-16s in Mogadishu

Turkey has forward-deployed three F-16 fighters to Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport, accompanied by two helicopters, marking the first time manned Turkish combat jets have operated in Somalia and signaling an expanded security footprint to deter al-Shabab and protect Ankara’s interests in the Horn of Africa, with a long-term presence and base-building underway.

via The War Zone|

#al-shabaab #f-16 #military

world1 month ago•6 min saved

Somalia’s Sovereignty Test: Somaliland Recognition and UAE Rift Reshape Horn of Africa

Somalia cut port-security deals with the UAE after Israel recognised Somaliland as an independent state, accusing Abu Dhabi of backing Somaliland and undermining Somalia’s sovereignty. The UAE reportedly pulled security assets from Bosaso, while Somaliland’s DP World-operated Berbera port remains active. Analysts say the move reflects widening regional blocs and tensions over Yemen, with Mogadishu seeking support from Turkey and Saudi Arabia, though the central government lacks full authority over Somaliland and other semi‑autonomous regions.

via BBC|

#israel #somalia #somaliland

politics1 month ago•15 min saved

US to End Somali TPS, Upending Immigrant Status

Trump’s administration announced it will terminate Somalia’s Temporary Protected Status, removing protections for hundreds of thousands of Somali residents and forcing a major change to their immigration status, per Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

via AP News|

#homeland-security #immigration #politics

immigration1 month ago•1 min saved

US Ends Somalia TPS Designation, Sets March 2026 Termination Date

The Department of Homeland Security announced that Somalia’s designation for Temporary Protected Status will terminate effective March 17, 2026, as country conditions have improved and the designation no longer meets the law’s criteria. A DHS review is required 60 days before expiration to decide whether to extend or end the designation. Somali nationals without another valid status are advised to use the CBP Home mobile app to report departure; the article notes the app offers a self-deportation option with a complimentary plane ticket, a $1,000 exit bonus, and potential avenues for future immigration.

via Homeland Security (.gov)|

#homeland-security #immigration #immigration-policy

politics1 month ago•1 min saved

US Terminates Somalia TPS Designation, End Date Set for March 17, 2026

The Department of Homeland Security announced that Somalia’s Temporary Protected Status designation will end on March 17, 2026, citing improved country conditions and alignment with national interests. Somali nationals without another lawful status should depart or seek alternative status, with guidance to use the CBP Home app to report departures; the app reportedly offers a complimentary plane ticket, a $1,000 exit bonus, and potential pathways for future immigration, with additional details in the Federal Register Notice.

via USCIS (.gov)|

#homeland-security #immigration-policy #politics

immigration1 month ago•3 min saved

US Ends Somali TPS, Exposes Thousands to Deportation

The Trump administration is terminating Somalia's Temporary Protected Status, affecting roughly 2,500 Somalis with TPS or pending applications and revoking work authorization; beneficiaries will lose their status by March 17, risking deportation as officials argue conditions in Somalia have improved and TPS should not be extended.

via CBS News|

#deportation #homelandsecurity #immigration

politics1 month ago•2 min saved

US Moves to End Somali TPS, Orders Departure by March 17, 2026

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced, and DHS confirmed, that Somali nationals with Temporary Protected Status must leave the United States by March 17, 2026, citing improved conditions in Somalia. The move, part of a broader crackdown on TPS, follows earlier rollbacks and faces ongoing lawsuits.

via NBC News|

#homeland-security #immigration-policy #politics

world1 month ago•6 min saved

Kenyan Pilot Reveals Secret Mission to Transport Siad Barre's Body from Nigeria

Two Kenyan pilots secretly flew the body of Somalia's former leader Siad Barre from Nigeria to Somalia in 1995, navigating complex political sensitivities and using covert flight routes to avoid detection, in a mission driven by Islamic burial traditions and diplomatic secrecy.

via BBC|

#aircraft-diversion #kenyan-pilots #secret-mission

world1 month ago•2 min saved

US Suspends Aid to Somalia Amid Aid Seizure Allegations

The US has suspended aid to Somalia after allegations that Somali officials destroyed a UN warehouse and seized food aid, which Somalia denies, claiming the warehouse was damaged during port expansion. The US, a major contributor to WFP, demands accountability before resuming assistance amid ongoing conflict and drought in Somalia.

via BBC|

#drought #food-aid #somalia

world2 months ago•1 min saved

UK Supports Somalia’s Sovereignty Amid Regional Tensions Over Somaliland Recognition

The UK reaffirmed its support for Somalia's sovereignty and unity at the UN, emphasized the importance of dialogue between Mogadishu and Hargeisa, and highlighted ongoing international efforts and support for Somalia's security and democratic development.

via GOV.UK|

#somalia #sovereignty #terrorism

world2 months ago•0 min saved

Security Council Addresses Global Threats and Somalia Stability

The UN Security Council is holding a session to discuss threats to international peace and security, including Israel's recognition of northern Somalia as an independent state, with live updates available.

via UN News|

#global-security #international-peace #israel-recognition

world2 months ago•6 min saved

Orphan's Murder Highlights Child Abuse Crisis in Somalia

The tragic death of orphan Saabirin Saylaan in Somalia has highlighted ongoing issues of child abuse and the slow implementation of legal safeguards, leading to protests and calls for justice, including the rare conviction and death sentence of her abuser, amid broader concerns about child protection and legal enforcement in the country.

via BBC|

#child-abuse #child-protection #justice

world2 months ago•2 min saved

EU Supports Somalia Amid Israel's Recognition of Somaliland

The EU has called for respecting Somalia's territorial integrity after Israel became the first country to recognize Somaliland as an independent state, a move condemned by Somalia and many regional and international actors, citing concerns over regional stability and sovereignty.

via DW|

#eu #israel #recognition