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Qiimaha Qaaliga ah ee Aamusnaanta: Maxay Xalka Milateri ugu Noqon Wayday Mid u Adeega Suudaan?

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  Warbixintii dhowaan ka soo baxday afhayeenka Waaxda Arrimaha Dibadda ee Mareykanka, Tommy Pigott, ayaa iftiisay xaaladda sii xumaanaysa ee dalka Suudaan, gaar ahaan walaaca laga qabo isbeddelka khatarta ah ee loo jihaystay dhanka "xal milateri." Iyadoo Jeneraal Cabdifataax al-Burhaan uu sii xoojinayo hadallada mudnaanta siinaya gacan-sarraynta goobta dagaalka halkii uu ka dooran lahaa wadahadal diblomaasiyadeed, beesha caalamku waxay wajahaysaa xaqiiqo qadhaadh: habkani maaha mid beegsanaya oo keliya xoogaga soo horjeeda, balse wuxuu khatar toos ah gelinayaa nolosha malaayiin qof oo rayid ah oo aan waxba galabsan. Hadallada u ololeynaya xalka milateri waxay gacan ka geystaan sharciyeynta rabshadaha socda, waxayna shacabka ku hayaan cabsi joogto ah. Marka hoggaanka Ciidanka Qalabka Sida ee Suudaan (SAF) ay colaadda u dhigaan mid ay ku xidhan tahay jiritaankooda ama dhimashadooda, waxay dhab ahaantii ula dhaqmayaan nolosha dadka rayidka ah sidii wax aan qiimo lahayn oo ku dh...
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Kenya's Decade-Long Peacekeeping Mission in Somalia: Compensation and the Path Ahead

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In a significant development, Kenya's participation in the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), formerly known as AMISOM, is set to conclude by December next year. Over the past five years, Kenya has received compensation of Ksh2.5 billion ($17 million) for its role in the peacekeeping mission, according to Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale's recent statement in parliament.


The compensation was disbursed in annual installments of Ksh500 million ($3.3 million) and has been crucial in supporting Kenya's efforts in maintaining peace and stability in the volatile region. Kenya's involvement in Somalia's peacekeeping mission began in 2011 when the Kenyan Defense Forces entered Somalia to pursue Al Shabaab terrorists following a series of kidnappings along the border.


The mission's formal integration into the African Union Mission to Somalia (AMISOM), as mandated by United Nations Security Council Resolution 2036, marked a crucial step in the international effort to stabilize Somalia. In the subsequent years, AMISOM transitioned to ATMIS, with a drawdown plan in place until December 2024.


During his statement, Defence Cabinet Secretary Duale also highlighted the compensation for fallen soldiers serving in Somalia. Families of these soldiers receive Ksh4 million ($26,881) above their pension, with an additional Ksh5 million ($33,602) provided by the AU and the UN if the officer was serving in ATMIS. However, Duale did not disclose the exact number of soldiers and officers who have lost their lives in Somalia.


Kenya's presence in Somalia over the past decade has not only involved combat operations but also extensive efforts to train Somali forces, secure local communities, provide essential services like medication and water, and empower women with alternative sources of income. Additionally, Kenyan troops have successfully dismantled terrorist cells in Somalia, preventing potential attacks in Kenya.


In light of the UN's drawdown plan, which Kenya has committed to, more than 4,000 KDF personnel are set to withdraw from Somalia. This decision comes despite Somalia's recent request for a three-month postponement of the drawdown, underscoring the complex challenges and delicate balance between security and regional stability in the Horn of Africa.


As Kenya's historic peacekeeping mission in Somalia reaches its conclusion, it leaves a legacy of sacrifices made in the pursuit of peace and security, not only within Somalia but also in the broader East African region. The journey ahead will be crucial in shaping the future of Somalia and the stability of the entire Horn of Africa.

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SSC-Khaatumo Announces Independence from Puntland Amidst Regional Tensions

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In a pivotal move, the Supreme Council of SSC-Khaatumo has declared the withdrawal of the recently established administration from the semi-autonomous state of Puntland in the northern region of Somalia. This decision, unveiled during a significant assembly held in Las Anod, marks a critical juncture in the region's political landscape. At the heart of this announcement lies the assertion that there is no eligible candidate from SSC-Khaatumo to contend for the vice presidency of Puntland, as proclaimed by the traditional Council. In tandem, the Council demanded the resignation of the two SSC-Khatumo members currently serving on the committee responsible for resolving disputes and sanctioning the Puntland parliament. Garad Jama Garad Ali, the preeminent traditional clan leader of Sool, Sanag, and Ain, emphasized the unity prevailing among the people of SSC-Khatumo. He underscored their collective aspiration to forge an administration distinct from both Somaliland and Puntland. This ...
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Dubai Soars in 2023: Record-Breaking Tourism Fuels Global Appeal

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Dubai's glittering skyline continues to shine brighter, as 2023 saw the city break its own tourism records. With a staggering 17 million international visitors , exceeding pre-pandemic levels by a whopping 19. 4%, Dubai is not just recovering, it's thriving. This surge marks a significant milestone in the global tourism industry's comeback, solidifying Dubai's position at the forefront. Not only did visitor numbers reach new heights, but hotel occupancy rates soared to an impressive 77.4% , showcasing the city's enduring appeal. But Dubai's ambitions reach even higher. With over 150,000 hotel rooms and an ever-expanding capacity, the city aims to climb even further, setting its sights on becoming one of the top 3 tourist destinations in the world . This vision is fueled by the ambitious Dubai Economic Agenda D33 , a roadmap towards achieving this audacious goal. What's driving this phenomenal success? Several factors contribute to Dubai's ...
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Tensions Escalate as Talks Resume Between Somaliland and Federal Government

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In a region marked by historical complexities and territorial disputes, the recent resumption of talks between the federal government and the breakaway territory of Somaliland has sparked new tensions. The discussions, hosted by President Ismail Omar Guelleh of Djibouti, aimed to navigate the delicate relationship between these entities. However, these talks faced strong opposition from President Said Abdullahi Deni of Puntland, a semi-autonomous region within Somalia's northern part. Denouncing the absence of Puntland in the discussions, Deni condemned the reopening of talks, highlighting the ongoing border disputes between Puntland and Somaliland as a significant point of contention. Since February, clashes between the Somaliland army and SSC-Khatumo forces have escalated, with both sides accusing each other of instigating fatal combat in Las Anod town. This protracted conflict has contributed to heightened tensions in the region and complicated the efforts toward resolution. Som...
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UK iyo UN ayaa kala saxiixday heshiis bini’aadannimo oo loogu talagalay Soomaaliya.

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Heshiis is-afgarad ah oo ku saabsan isku-dubaridka arrimaha bini'aadantinimada ayaa waxa kala saxeexday dawladda Ingiriiska iyo Xafiisyada Qaramada Midoobay. Ujeedada heshiiskan ayaa ah sidii loo xalin lahaa dhibaatooyinka bini’aadantinimo ee ragaadiyay Soomaaliya. Jimcihii ayaa la sheegay in safaaradda Boqortooyada Ingiriiska ee Muqdisho ay heshiis ku gaareen in ay bixiyaan lacago dheeri ah oo loogu talagalay in lagu badbaadiyo nafo lagu badbaadiyo. Heshiiskan oo la saxiixay ayaa safaaradda Ingiriiska ee Muqdisho waxa ay ku xaqiijisay in Boqortooyada Ingiriisku ay ka dhabeyn doonto ballan qaadkeedii ahaa in ay ku bixin doonto kaalmo lacageed oo dhan 7 milyan oo dollar. Lacagtan ayaa loo sameeyay si loo daboolo baahiyaha bini’aadantinimo ee ka jira Soomaaliya iyo in sare loo qaado dadaalada UK ay ku taageereyso shacabka Soomaaliyeed. Mike Nithavrianakis Safiirka Dowladda Ingiriiska u jooga Soomaaliya ayaa dhawaan sheegay in Saameynta ugu weyn ee laga yaabo in Gargaarka bini’a...
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