Mogadishu (WDN)- Somali police officers stationed at a checkpoint in Afgooye, Lower Shabelle region, allegedly opened fire on a civilian vehicle traveling from Afgooye this afternoon, after the driver reportedly refused to pay a bribe. Local sources confirm at least three civilians sustained injuries in the incident, with victims rushed to medical facilities in the...
By Ali Haji Warsame The metaphorical phrase “we are going back to 1991” has become common in the country’s political discourse, often used in contrast to the current situation for various reasons. Many people do not fully understand the implications of this phrase, especially those whose lives were profoundly affected by the events of 1991....
MOGADISHU– The Somali Journalists Syndicate (SJS) strongly condemns the incitement to violence made this week by the Karaan District Commissioner, who called for attacks with “machetes and sticks” against a critical journalist. This dangerous rhetoric comes amid a rising wave of threats and violence targeting journalists in Mogadishu. Early Monday morning, around 1:30 a.m. on 5 May...
(ERGO) – Maryan Nur Mohamed’s family of eight has faced severe shortages of food, water, and shelter since arriving at Hilac-Wanaag camp in Garasbaley district, Mogadishu, in April. They fled the war between Somali government forces and Al-Shabaab, joining 1,500 families forced from their homes in Middle Shabelle region over the past several weeks. Most have...
By Mohamed A Yasin Former Somali Intelligence Chief Fahad Yasin has delivered a scathing critique of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s leadership, warning of an imminent collapse due to what he described as reckless power consolidation, constitutional violations, and political coercion. The critique comes at a time when the National Consultative Council (NCC) began its session...
Shirkii Golaha Wadatashiga Qaranka ooo ka dhacay magaalada Muqdhso 6-7 bishan May, ayaa soo saaray war-murtiyeed, Shirkaasi oo ay ka maqnaayeeyen Dowlad Gobolleedyada Puntland iyo Jubaland, ahlka shirka ay ka qeyb gashay SSC-Khatume. War-murtieedka yaa u dhignaa sidan: Hordhac Shirka Golaha Wadatashiga Qaranka (GWQ) oo uu shir guddoomiyay Madaxweynaha Jamhuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya Mudane Dr. Xasan...
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration may deport migrants to Libya for the first time this week, three U.S. officials said on Tuesday, as part of his immigration crackdown and despite Washington’s past condemnation of Libya’s harsh treatment of detainees. Two of the officials said the U.S. military could fly the migrants to the...
Mogadishu (WDN) – A severe decree issued by the Macawisley militia in Hiiraan has ordered the immediate expulsion of women married to Al-Shabaab fighters from the Hirshabelle region, particularly Hiiraan. In a meeting held in the district of Moqokori, Macawisley commanders declared that they have so far identified four such women and are actively searching...
Garowe (WDN) –The Puntland Defense Forces Command has confirmed to WardheerNews that, for the first time, Puntland has successfully acquired helicopter gunships capable of executing precision airstrikes — a major boost to the region’s counterterrorism capacity. The helicopters, according to the official, are outfitted with advanced surveillance capabilities, air-to-ground missile systems, and heavy machine guns...
KHARTOUM (Xinhua) -Sudan’s government said on Tuesday it would sever diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and withdraw its ambassador, declaring the UAE an “aggressor state.” Defense Minister Yassin Ibrahim Yassin, speaking on state television, accused Abu Dhabi of violating Sudan’s sovereignty through its “proxy,” the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia. He said...