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Dagaalka Suudaan: Doorka Masar, Turkiga iyo Eritrea ee Geeska Afrika

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  Dagaalka Suudaan: Xiriirka Masar, Turkiga iyo Eritrea iyo Saameynta uu ku leeyahay Geeska Afrika Dagaalka ka socda Suudaan wuxuu noqday arrin amni oo saameyn ku leh dalal badan oo ku yaalla Geeska Afrika. Tan iyo markii uu dagaalku billowday Abriil 2023, ciidamada qalabka sida ee Suudaan (SAF), oo uu hoggaamiyo General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, iyo ciidamada Rapid Support Forces (RSF) ayaa ku dagaallamayay awoodda dalka. Si kastaba ha ahaatee, xiriirka militari, danaha dhaqaale iyo taageerada dibadda ayaa sii kordhiyay muhiimadda gobolka ee colaaddan. Hay'adda Midowga Yurub ee Arrimaha Magangalyada (EUAA) waxay faahfaahin ka bixisay doorka dalalka shisheeye, gaar ahaan Masar iyo Turkiga, ee dagaalka Suudaan. Xiriirka Suudaan iyo Masar: Danaha Beeraha iyo Taageerada Milatari Masar iyo Suudaan waxay leeyihiin xiriir taariikhi ah oo ku salaysan amniga, ganacsiga, siyaasadda iyo arrimaha webiga Niil. Xuduudda ay wadaagaan iyo muhiimadda istaraatiijiyadeed ee Suudaan waxay Masar siina...
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Negotiating the Fate of Las Anod Prisoners: A Step Towards Peace in Somaliland

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The Somaliland government has announced its readiness to negotiate the fate of prisoners captured during the Las Anod conflict. This move comes nearly a year after the guns fell silent between the Somaliland National Army and the SSC-Khaatumo forces of the Dhulbahante in Las Anod, the capital of the Sool region.

Background of the Conflict

The conflict erupted on February 6, 2023, following a violent crackdown on civil protests by Somaliland security forces. Tensions escalated when Garad Jama Garad Ali, the supreme Garad of Dhulbahante, declared an intention to secede and reunite with the Federal Government of Somalia. In response, President Muse Bihi launched a prolonged military operation, including artillery bombardment, to subdue Las Anod. However, by August 2023, the Somaliland Army had retreated from the city.

The clashes resulted in over 300 deaths and displaced between 153,000 and 203,000 people. Many fled to Buuhodle and the Ethiopian border externally and to SSC-Khaatumo territories such as Taleh, Hudun, and Buuhodle or Puntland cities like Garowe, Galkacyo, and Burtinle internally. An Amnesty International report documented indiscriminate shelling by Somaliland security forces, which damaged schools, mosques, and hospitals and caused civilian casualties.

Humanitarian Efforts

In late August 2023, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) conducted its first visit to over 300 detainees in Las Anod, ensuring humane treatment and communication with their families. The ICRC also facilitated the transfer of four wounded prisoners to Qaran Hospital in Garowe for specialized treatment and the release of two detainees from Las Anod to Hargeisa in a humanitarian operation. Senior UN officials have called for a prisoner swap to further the peace process.

Government's Stance on Negotiations

Mohamed Kahin Ahmed, Somaliland’s Minister of Interior, expressed the government's willingness to engage in peaceful, unconditional discussions regarding the prisoners. “The Somaliland government is in a good position regarding these prisoners and is always ready for peaceful, unconditional discussions on this matter,” Ahmed told BBC Somali.

While negotiations have commenced, Ahmed noted that specifying a resolution timeline is currently impossible. Despite the challenges, the announcement marks a significant step towards peace and reconciliation.

Historical Context

Somaliland declared independence in 1991 within the borders of the former British Somaliland. However, the Dhulbahante clan, primarily from the Sool, Sanaag, and Buuhoodle regions, opposed the secession and boycotted Somaliland elections in protest. In 2003, the unionist Puntland state took control of Las Anod, only for the Somaliland army to seize control in 2007, leading to significant unrest and violence.

On June 7, 2023, the UN Security Council called for the immediate withdrawal of Somaliland security forces. The conflict has drawn international attention, with various organizations urging a peaceful resolution and respect for human rights.

Moving Forward

Somaliland's Commander Nuh Ismail Tani has vowed to retake the contested Sool region as recently as mid-May. However, the current move towards negotiation and potential prisoner swaps indicates a glimmer of hope for a peaceful resolution. As the international community watches closely, the progress of these talks could set a precedent for resolving long-standing conflicts in the region.

For further updates on this evolving situation, stay tuned to Maanta Media.

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Maant iyo Soomaaliya

Madaxweyne Farmaajo oo Khudbad uu ka jeediyey go'aanka kaso baxay Maxkamadda ICJ.

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Mudane Maxamed Cabdullaahi Farmaajo , Madaxweynaha Jamhuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya, ayaa ku bogaadiyey guud ahaan shacabka Soomaaliyeed guusha laga gaaray dadaallada waddaninimo ee lagu doonayay difaac bada Soomaaliyeed. Khudbad uu  jeediyay oo ku aadan xukunkii ugu dambeeyay ee Maxkamadda Caddaaladda Adduunka (ICJ) ay ka gaartey murrankii badda. I would like to thank Allah who has granted us this historic victory after the long struggle by the people and Government of the Federal Republic of Somalia against the unlawful attempts by the Kenyan government to claim parts of our maritime territory. H.E @M_Farmaajo pic.twitter.com/yr4xJHGBCQ — Villa Somalia (@TheVillaSomalia) October 13, 2021 Madaxweynuhu wuxuu caddeeyay in Dowladda Federaalka Soomaaliya ay la kulantay caqabado badan oo diblomaasiyadeed si loo gaaro guushan taariikhiga ah, isagoo tusaale u soo qaatay dadaallada ay dowladda Kenya ku doonays inay ku carqaladeyso geeddi -socodka badda oo yana kudoonaysay...
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Honouring World Environment Day: UAE's Dedication to Global Climate Action and Sustainability

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) underlines on this World Environment Day its constant commitment to sustainability and environmental protection. Leading worldwide in climate projects and driving many ideas and plans to guarantee a cleaner, more sustainable future for all, the UAE has Here we underline some of the main projects highlighting UAE's will to fight climate change and promote worldwide environmental cooperation. Presidential Conference on Environmental Issues UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahaney met with a group of businessmen, young people, and authorities at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi in a noteworthy event marking World Environment Day. Conversations in this conference focused on creative environmental projects and ideas that might greatly support UAE sustainability activities. Sheikh Mohamed commended the importance of such ideas in increasing knowledge of the necessity of protecting environmental resources and creating a more sustainable future...
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Combating Health Crises in Somalia: Addressing the Recent Outbreak of Watery Diarrhea

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In a heartbreaking turn of events, the Hawadley district of the Middle Shabelle region in Somalia is grappling with a severe outbreak of watery diarrhea, leading to the tragic loss of 18 lives, the majority of whom were young individuals. This devastating situation is compounded by the absence of adequate medical facilities in the area, leaving at least fifty others suffering without sufficient care. The Current Crisis: Local authorities have confirmed the dire situation, shedding light on the critical need for immediate intervention. The lack of medical centers in the region has exacerbated the challenges faced by those affected, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the outbreak to prevent further loss of lives. Previous Outbreaks: This recent outbreak follows a similar incident in the Beledweyne and Bulaburte districts of the Hiiraan region just a month ago. Tragically, approximately thirty individuals, including both children and adults, lost their lives to infectious diseases. Thi...
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Somali Forces Strike Blow Against Al-Shabab: 80 Extremists Killed in Central Offensive

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Somalia's fight against terrorist group al-Shabab took a significant step forward on Tuesday, with the Somali National Army (SNA) confirming the deaths of at least 80 militants in central Somalia. General Dayah Abdi Abdulle, the country's land forces commander, announced the successful operation, praising the collaboration between the SNA, Galmudug forces, and local troops. Central Offensive Liberates Communities in Mudug Region: The military actions centered on the Mudug region, specifically in the Aad and Barag Sheikh Ismail areas near Harardhere district. These strategic locations were liberated from al-Shabab control, bringing security and respite to previously marginalized communities. Continued Focus on Combating Terrorism: General Abdulle emphasized that the Mudug offensive forms part of a wider strategy targeting al-Shabab strongholds throughout Somalia. This includes ongoing operations in the southern state of Jubaland and ongoing efforts in Hirshabelle. Somalia...
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