KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — The foreign aid landscape has changed dramatically since U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration dissolved the United States Agency for International Development, once the world’s largest humanitarian donor. Here’s a quick look at USAID, the impacts of its dissolution and what foreign aid looks like today: USAID’s roots and purpose U.S. President...
Former Rivals Join Forces to Seek Removal of Prosperity Party Government and Establish Inclusive Transitional Administration Addis Ababa (WDN) — In a stunning development that could reshape Ethiopia’s increasingly fractured political landscape, seven armed and political movements have announced a new alliance dedicated to removing Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s government and establishing an inclusive transitional...
Make ICE Pay Act’ Would Channel Federal Immigration-Enforcement Funding into Recovery, Schools, Businesses and Community Services Washington (WDN) — U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar has unveiled a sweeping new proposal that would redirect nearly $140 billion in federal funding allocated to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) toward communities affected by...
Parliament Speaker Says Tehran Wants to Combine Military Pressure with Diplomacy and Rules Out Returning to Previous Talks Until Its Demands Are Met TEHRAN (WDN) — Iran says it has delivered its conditions for renewed negotiations with the United States through intermediaries, opening another potential diplomatic channel even as Tehran warns that the Strait of...
MOGADISHU (WDN) — Somalia’s political crisis is entering a dangerous new phase, with nearly a year of international mediation failing to produce a concrete political roadmap while President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s government continues to advance its electoral agenda amid deep opposition. The latest warning has come from the Future Council opposition coalition, which brings together...
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WDN) — Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi “Irro” has taken his campaign for international recognition directly to Capitol Hill, meeting one of Washington’s most prominent congressional advocates for Somaliland as Hargeisa seeks to transform its recognition bid into a broader strategic partnership with the United States. Irro met Senator Ted Cruz of Texas...
GAROWE (WDN) — Garowe is preparing to welcome an extraordinary gathering of Somalia’s political, academic and civil society voices, as distinguished delegates converge on the Puntland capital for a major national forum on the country’s future. The city welcomed a stream of prominent guests yesterday ahead of the two-day conference, organized by the Puntland Development...
Mogadishu – (WDN) – In a passionate address at the national congress of the Himilo Qaran Party, former Somali Prime Minister Abdi Farah Shirdon Saacid voiced his deep concerns about the precarious condition of Somalia. His remarks came at a critical moment for the nation, which is facing numerous socio-political challenges. “Our country is currently...
Mogadishu (WDN) — All 18 crew members aboard the MV JACUAR have been safely rescued after the cargo vessel suffered an emergency and was left adrift approximately 12 nautical miles north of Mogadishu, Somali authorities said. The vessel, which was anchored off Mogadishu Port, sent an emergency distress message after reporting that water was entering...
Galkayo (WDN) — The killing of innocent Somalis in apparent clan-related revenge attacks is raising renewed concern, as murderers frequently evade justice and arrests remain rare in many cases. The latest incidents include the killing of Somali journalist Mohamed Aweys Muudey, popularly known as “Boqorka Bartamaha,” who died in Germany after reportedly being stabbed by...