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Following the U.S. military strikes targeting three nuclear facilities in Iran, global and regional leaders issued varied responses, ranging from urgent calls for restraint to strong condemnation. Here’s a round‑up of the most notable reactions: United Arab Emirates Expresses Alarm Over US Strikes on Nuclear Facilities in Iran The UAE expressed alarm over ongoing tensions and called for a halt to escalation.It emphasized the importance of diplomacy and dialogue to maintain regional stability, prosperity, and justice. Called on the global community to mobilize support for peaceful resolution. Saudi Arabia “Serious Concern” KSA expressed serious concern over the developments and urged…

UAE football powerhouse Al Ain FC, nicknamed “The Boss” came to an abrupt end following two heavy defeats in FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group G — a 0-5 loss to Juventus and a 0-6 thrashing by Manchester City. The 0-6 defeat to Manchester City now stands as Al Ain’s heaviest defeat ever, surpassing even the 0-5 loss to Juventus. Both score lines set unwanted records for a club founded in 1968 and long regarded as UAE’s most decorated football team. Alarming Defensive Stats Throughout the 2024-2025 season, Al Ain conceded 77 goals in 44 matches, averaging 1.75 goals conceded…

The Somali National Army (SNA) has carried out a successful counterterrorism operation in the Howlwadaag neighborhood of Aadan Yabaal district, targeting and destroying two key facilities operated by the Al-Shabaab militant group. According to security sources, the military operation struck two critical Al-Shabaab bases: Eyewitnesses reported that one of the sites was engulfed in flames, signaling a direct hit and extensive damage to Al-Shabaab’s military capabilities in the area. Strategic Victory Against Al-Shabaab in Aadan Yabaal Military officials have described the operation as a significant tactical gain in the broader campaign to weaken Al-Shabaab’s presence in Middle Shabelle region. The…

On the sidelines of the 51st OIC Ministerial Meeting, Somalia and Azerbaijan reaffirmed their growing diplomatic partnership during a key meeting between their foreign ministers. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, H.E. Abdisalam Abdi Ali, held a productive bilateral meeting with his Azerbaijani counterpart, H.E. Jeyhun Bayramov, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation and strengthen bilateral relations. Somalia and Azerbaijan: Diplomatic Relations Gaining Momentum Since 2019 Both ministers expressed satisfaction with the positive trajectory of Somalia-Azerbaijan relations since the formal establishment of diplomatic ties in 2019. They highlighted President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s visit to Baku in…

Inter Milan, the UEFA Champions League runner-up, secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds on Sunday night in the second round of Group E at FIFA Club World Cup 2025. First Half: Early Shock from Urawa The Japanese side stunned the Italian giants early in the match when Ryoma Watanabe scored in the 11th minute, capitalizing on a clever assist from teammate Takuro Kaneko. Inter nearly equalized eight minutes later, but Lautaro Martínez saw his powerful header crash off the crossbar. The first half ended with Urawa leading 1-0, leaving Inter chasing the game. Second Half: Late…

The Federal Government of Somalia has officially postponed the National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting, which was originally set to take place on June 22 in Mogadishu, citing preparations for the country’s Independence Day celebrations as the reason for the delay. The National Consultative Council Meeting Postponed to 15 – July In a brief public statement, the government announced that the high-level political summit, convened by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, will now be held on July 15, 2025. “Due to the importance of the preparations for Somalia’s Independence Week, the National Consultative Council meeting—originally scheduled for June 22—has been rescheduled to…

In one of the most serious escalations between Washington and Tehran in years, the United States carried out a swift and targeted military strike at dawn on Sunday, June 22, 2025, hitting nuclear and strategic facilities inside Iran. Targets of the US Airstrike on Iran According to well-informed American sources, the strike targeted the following: Sources confirmed that the strikes did not target active reactors directly but instead damaged critical support infrastructure, aiming to cripple Iran’s ability to rapidly advance its nuclear program. Objective: Disrupting Iran’s Nuclear Program Pentagon sources stated that the US airstrike on Iran main focus was…

During the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, we wonder about Somalia relations with the two sides of conflict.As far as we know, Iran-Israel conflict is not new one but this time it exploded to a clear war that killed at least 500 civilians from both sides in 1 week only.However, let’s take a look at the actual Somali relations with Iran and Israel to know if this conflict can really affect Somalia. Somalia Relations with Iran In 2016, Somalia severed diplomatic ties with Iran, expelling its embassy and humanitarian orgs over security concerns. Somali officials—including the president—have accused Iran…

As Somalia prepares to launch its first-ever securities exchange, regional governments and investors are expressing growing optimism about the country’s evolving financial landscape. The planned Somali Securities Exchange (SSE) represents a bold step toward integrating Somalia into the global and regional investment ecosystem, after decades of instability. Impacts of Somali Securities Exchange on Economic Reform Journey The creation of a regulated financial market in Somalia is being hailed as a transformative moment in the nation’s post-conflict reconstruction. With a rapidly growing private sector, increasing demand for investment opportunities, and support from the Somali Central Bank, the Somali Securities Exchange is…

The world is entering a new era of warfare, one where low-cost technologies like drones and artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping global conflict. According to the newly released Global Peace Index 2025 (GPI 2025), these innovations are accelerating a disturbing trend toward prolonged, unresolved conflicts — often referred to as “forever wars.” How Technology Is Redefining Modern Warfare The Global Peace Index 2025 reveals that technological innovation is making war more accessible and more asymmetric.Particularly through the rise of drone warfare and AI-powered military systems. These tools are no longer exclusive to superpowers. Instead, they are increasingly being used by…