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Somalia's intelligence agency has delivered a major blow to Al-Shabaab, killing over 33 militants in a series of coordinated operations in the Middle Shabelle region, dismantling key hideouts and logistical networks.

The African Union has strongly condemned Israel’s decision to appoint a diplomatic envoy to the self-declared region of Somaliland, reaffirming its unwavering support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while warning that such actions risk destabilising the Horn of Africa.

In a groundbreaking diplomatic achievement, Somalia has officially joined the African Union Peace and Security Council for the first time, signaling the nation’s growing influence and renewed commitment to continental stability.

Somali security forces, supported by international partners, have killed more than 42 al-Shabaab militants, including two high-ranking leaders, in coordinated operations in the Middle Juba and Lower Shabelle regions. The strikes targeted the group’s external operations chief and its intelligence head responsible for suicide bombings.

Donald Trump has offered renewed U.S. mediation over Ethiopia’s GERD dispute with Egypt and Sudan, proposing drought safeguards and energy cooperation as tensions rise over Nile water security.

Women-only demonstrators in Mogadishu protested Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, warning it threatens Somalia’s sovereignty and urging global rejection of steps that could destabilize the Horn of Africa.

The African Union Peace and Security Council has condemned Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as unlawful, warning it endangers Somalia’s territorial integrity and regional stability in the Horn of Africa.