I. Introduction: A National Stability Imperative, Not a Power Grab Professor Abdinasir Ali Osman presents a thoughtful critique of my article supporting the extension of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s tenure. His position is grounded in constitutionalism and democratic norms—values I wholeheartedly share. However, I respectfully disagree with his conclusion that advocating for continued leadership in the interest of national stability constitutes a threat to Somalia’s democratic development. This rebuttal aims to clarify my original argument, respond to key points raised by Professor Osman, and reassert the view that measured, time-bound, and nationally sanctioned continuity of leadership can serve as a bridge toward a more stable and democratic Somalia. II. Contextualizing Stability: A Practical, Not Abstract, Necessity Professor Osman critiques the concept of “stability” as vague and open to abuse. However, in Somalia’s context—where state collapse, terrorist insurgency, natural disasters, and clan-based fragmentation are daily realities—stability is not a rhetorical construct. It is a tangible prerequisite for elections, constitutional implementation, and institutional maturity. Security Gains Must Be Consolidated: The government has made unprecedented advances against Al-Shabaab. Yet, gains against insurgency are reversible without continuity in strategic planning and command. A rushed transition, in the current volatile environment, could embolden spoilers. Institutional Maturity Requires Time: The critique assumes that Somalia’s democratic institutions are mature enough to withstand any leadership change. This is aspirational but not yet reflective of political realities on the ground. Transitions in fragile states often trigger crises, not consolidation. III. Constitutionalism vs. Context: A False Binary Professor Osman rightly emphasizes constitutional governance. My article does not call for a blanket suspension of constitutional norms. Rather, it calls for constitutional pragmatism—a principle used even in mature democracies during times of national emergency. The Somali Constitution Is Provisional: As Professor Osman himself notes, the constitution is still provisional. It lacks a binding mechanism for dispute adjudication, electoral timelines, and term interpretations. Hence, political consensus has often substituted for rigid legalism in Somalia’s transitional governance. Historical Precedents Support Pragmatism: Many post-conflict nations—such as South Africa during its transition or Rwanda in the aftermath of genocide—have temporarily prioritized stability and reconciliation over formalistic electoral cycles. Somalia, too, must tailor its governance to its unique realities. IV. The Role of Leadership in Fragile States Professor Osman warns against the “indispensability” narrative. I fully agree that no leader should be above institutions. However, leadership continuity in fragile contexts is not necessarily personalism; it can be strategic stewardship. Hassan Sheikh Is Uniquely Positioned: His track record of peaceful transfer of power in 2017, his public opposition to term extensions, and his ability to maintain constructive relations with international partners and federal states make him a stabilizing figure. Leadership ≠ Authoritarianism: Advocating for a time-bound, consensus-based extension does not equate to authoritarian drift. It is a mechanism to allow the current administration to complete critical reforms and ensure a safer, more legitimate electoral environment. V. Legal and Political Process for Extension Professor Osman criticizes the lack of constitutional argument for extension. While Somalia’s constitution does not explicitly provide for extensions, political agreements have often shaped transitional timelines (e.g., the 2021 Garowe and Mogadishu agreements). A Political Agreement, Not a Decree: Any proposal to extend the president’s term must come through inclusive political dialogue, involving Parliament, Federal Member States, the National Consultative Council, and civil society. This is consistent with Somalia’s hybrid legal-political governance model. VI. International and Regional Considerations The role of international partners in Somalia is indeed significant. However, stability, not just elections, is the preferred outcome for Somalia’s allies. Donor Confidence Is Linked to Governance Continuity: The IMF’s debt relief framework, the World Bank’s funding mechanisms, and security sector support from ATMIS and the EU all benefit from political continuity during implementation. Premature Elections Could Destabilize Progress: Mismanaged elections in 2021 nearly led to conflict. It is prudent to ensure that the next electoral cycle is not only timely but also peaceful, inclusive, and credible. VII. Conclusion: A Balanced Path Forward Professor Abdinasir Ali Osman offers a principled defense of constitutional norms, and his critique serves as a vital reminder of the risks of overreach. However, Somalia’s journey to democracy must be carefully navigated, not rushed. The proposition to extend President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s tenure is not a rejection of democracy, but a recalibration of its timing in service of its long-term survival. I reiterate that any extension must be: Time-bound and transparently negotiated Anchored in inclusive political consensus Subject to parliamentary oversight and judicial review Paired with binding commitments to electoral reforms and a clear roadmap This approach does not weaken Somalia’s democratic aspirations—it safeguards them. About the Author Abdi Hilowle (Coowle) is a political analyst and commentator specializing in governance and security. He has contributed to various regional publications and policy platforms on state-building, democratic transitions, and post-conflict recovery.

Halka caalamka horu maray dadkoodu mudaharaad ka sameeyaan oo diidaan in xaafadahooda laga dhex sameeyo wado wayn, ayay dadkeenu doonaan in xaafadahooda laga dhex sameeyo wado wayn oo aan u wanaagsanayn dhaqaalaha xaafada waayo waxaa mara baabuur qulqulaysa oo ku socota xawaare sareeya oo aan dukaamada waxba ka iibsanayn meelaha laga cunteeyana aan is taagayn, oo aan u wanaagsanayn caafimaad kooda waayo baabuurtu waxay hawada ku sii daayaan qiiq sun noqon kara, oo halis ku a caruurta iyo waayeelka wadada ka talaabaaya. Waxaan bulshada Somaliland kula talin lahaa inay xaafadahoodu u ahaadaan goobo bilaa xasarada oo ay baabuurtu ku yartahay. meheradahana ka furta is goysyada xaafadihiina. Eesh qiyaasak, khibratul fuujiya. illaahay ha idin fahansiiyo. By Cabdilqadir Ismaaciil Geelle Qaran News

Somaliland Institute of Agriculture Research Participates in CGIAR Science Week 2025: Shaping the Future of Agriculture, Climate, and Health From April 7-11, 2025, global leaders in agriculture, climate science, and health will gather in Nairobi, Kenya, for the inaugural CGIAR Science Week. Co-hosted by CGIAR and the Kenyan Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), this landmark event is set to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges, including climate change, food insecurity, gender inequality, and rural poverty. With a focus on research and innovation, the event also marks the launch of the CGIAR 2025-2030 Research Portfolio—a transformative global initiative aimed at driving agricultural research for sustainable development. One of the key contributors to this global dialogue is the Somaliland Institute of Agriculture Research (SIAR), a leading Agriculture Research Organization in the Somaliland. Represented by Senior Researcher Mohamed Warsame Farah, SIAR will bring local expertise to the table while tapping into cutting-edge research from around the world. CGIAR Science Week and the 2025-2030 Research Portfolio CGIAR Science Week is more than just a conference—it’s a platform for collaboration, innovation, and action. The event will unveil the CGIAR 2025-2030 Research Portfolio, which will direct between $6 billion and $12 billion towards agricultural research over the next six years. This initiative aims to address critical issues like climate change, food insecurity, rural poverty, gender inequality, and environmental degradation. More than 100 countries will be represented, and participants—including researchers, policymakers, and practitioners—will exchange knowledge, foster partnerships, and drive innovations to reshape agricultural systems. The event will feature plenary sessions, exhibitions, field visits to CGIAR labs, and science talks that will inspire action and set the course for the future of sustainable agriculture. SIAR’s Role in the Global Agricultural Dialogue The participation of SIAR in CGIAR Science Week underscores its pivotal role in advancing agricultural research in the Horn of Africa. With an emphasis on local solutions, SIAR has been at the forefront of agricultural research in Somaliland, focusing on issues like drought-resistant crops, sustainable irrigation techniques, and pest control. As a senior researcher specializing in horticultural crops, Mohamed Warsame Farah will contribute local expertise on sustainable farming practices and innovations tailored to the unique challenges faced by Somaliland. SIAR’s presence at the event will serve as a platform for knowledge exchange, capacity building, and networking with global research organizations. These collaborations are crucial for finding innovative solutions that will improve food security and resilience in Somaliland and beyond. The Importance of Capacity Building and Collaboration CGIAR Science Week 2025 is not just an opportunity to share research; it’s a chance for SIAR to strengthen its research capacity and forge new partnerships. With sessions designed to build expertise in sustainable agriculture, SIAR’s researchers will gain invaluable insights into the latest scientific developments and methodologies. This exposure will help them tackle the unique agricultural challenges in Somaliland, particularly in areas such as water scarcity, soil degradation, and the impact of climate change on farming systems. Furthermore, the event will facilitate expert collaboration on solutions to global agricultural challenges, allowing SIAR to contribute to the CGIAR 2025-2030 Research Portfolio. Through this collaboration, SIAR will have a direct impact on the development of agricultural systems that promote food security, climate resilience, and human health in vulnerable regions. Addressing Global Challenges: Climate, Health, and Food Security Climate change, health, and food security are interconnected global challenges that will be front and center during CGIAR Science Week. Agriculture plays a critical role in addressing these challenges, especially in regions like Somaliland, where food security is threatened by environmental factors and limited access to resources, particularly for women. SIAR’s involvement in the event will highlight the importance of inclusive agricultural development, particularly for women, who often face barriers to accessing agricultural inputs and services. Through its research on climate-resilient farming systems, SIAR is helping to ensure that local communities can thrive in the face of climate challenges. Additionally, SIAR’s work on improving crop varieties and livestock breeds is contributing to better nutrition and health outcomes in Somaliland. Looking Ahead: SIAR’s Continued Impact on Agricultural Innovation As CGIAR Science Week unfolds, SIAR’s role as a leader in agricultural research will only grow. The institute’s contributions to global agricultural solutions will help shape the future of agriculture, particularly in regions most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and food insecurity. By participating in the CGIAR 2025-2030 Research Portfolio, SIAR is ensuring that innovations and sustainable agricultural practices will not only benefit Somaliland but also the wider global community. With ongoing partnerships, new technologies, and research-driven solutions, SIAR will continue to drive innovation in agricultural systems and promote the resilience of communities in the Horn of Africa. The institute’s involvement in CGIAR Science Week is a critical step toward advancing the goals of sustainable development and fostering global collaboration for a better future. Conclusion CGIAR Science Week 2025 presents a unique opportunity for the Somaliland Institute of Agriculture Research (SIAR) to showcase its ongoing commitment to sustainable agriculture and climate resilience. By actively participating in this global event, SIAR is contributing to the shared vision of a more equitable, sustainable, and food-secure world. Through collaboration with international partners and exposure to the latest scientific advancements, SIAR will continue to shape the future of agriculture in the Horn of Africa and beyond. This global platform emphasizes the vital role that research and innovation play in addressing the world’s most urgent agricultural challenges. As CGIAR Science Week unfolds, SIAR’s efforts will help ensure that agriculture remains a key driver of global development, supporting resilient, healthy, and sustainable food systems for generations to come. Abdirahman Ibrahim Abdilahi Somaliland Institute of Agriculture Research Abdirahman270@gmail.com Qaran News

LAASCAANOOD IYO BUUHOODLLE WAXA ISKU URUURSADAY DEMBIILEYAASHII SHANTA SOOMALIYEED Laascaanood waxa nabadgelyo iyo horumar ugu danbaysay intii ay Somaliland ka talinaysay. Maanta waxa isku uruursaday oo gabbood ka dhigtay dadka shanta Soomaaliyeed denbiyada ka soo gala, waxa ku yaalla suuq weyn oo lagu iibiyo, hubka, khamriga, iyo daroogooyin kale dadka yar ee ku hadhay waxay la ciirciirayaan baahi iyo nolol xumo. Waqtigan waxa ku sii xoogaystay oo ay dawladda xasan shiikh ka hurinaysaa inay dagaal geliso dadkaas waayaha la ciirciiraya ee ay duruufuhu hadheeyeen, markhaati waxa u ah waakaas xamse barre isagoo DHAANTAYNAYA leh waxaan tegayaa laascaanood oo aanuu shaqo ku lahayn si uu uga rido wixii hore ay uga geysteen wax ka xun. Waxa lays weydiinayaa oo ay xaqiiqadu tahay laascaanood yaa ka saari kara dhibaatadan sii baahaysa Waayo GARAADDADII iyo siyaasiyiintii degaanku waxay ku jiraan ninkii mar is waalay ee yidhi ma meel aan ka soo noqdaabaan joogaa. MAHADSANID. CABDI BACAW. GUUL ALLE. LONDON. Qaran News

Muqdsho (Caasimada Online) – Agaasimihii hore ee Hay’adda NISA Fahad Yaasiin ayaa soo saaray qoraal uu cinwaan uga dhigay “SHIRQOOLKII CIIDAMADA XOOGGA DALKA” isagoo si cad u sheegay in seddaxdii sano ee lasoo dhaafay ay shirqool aad u xun wajahayeen Ciidamada Xoogga Dalka Soomaaliyeed. Fahad Yaasiin ayaa sheegay in labo qof oo masuuliyiinta ugu sareysa looga dhigay wasaaradda gaashaandhigga ay fulinayeen shirqooladaas oo dowlad shisheeye ay soo maleegtay, loona wakiishay iyaga inay ciidanka ku baabi’iyaan, sida uu qoraalkiisa u dhigay. Inkastoo Fahad uusan qoraalkiisa ku xusin magacyada xubnaha uu ku eedeeyey shirqoolka ciidanka iyo fulinta ajandaha shisheeye iyo dowladda ka shaqeyneysa burburinta ciidanka Soomaaliya, hadana wuxuu bixiyey tilmaan lagu fahmi karo masuuliyiintaas. Wasiirkii gaashaandhigga ee maalin ka hor xilka wareejiyey iyo taliyihii hore ee xoogga oo mar xilka kala wareegay Jeneraal Odowaa, markii dambena dib ugu wareejiyey iyo dowladda Imaaraadka Carabta ayaa laga fahmi karaa qoraalka Fahad inay fulinayeen shirqoolka uu sheegay. Hoos ka akhriso qoraalka Fahad Yaasiin: Ciidanka Xoogga Dalka, saddexdii sano ee u dambaysay, waxay u gacan galeen shirqool uu dal carbeed soo maleegay, ayna fuliye ka noqdeen laba qof oo si toos ah xilal uga soo qabtay xafiisyo awood u siinaya iney hirgaliyaan qorshaha shisheeyaha, waxayna adeegsadeen habab arxan darro ah. Taariikhda Ciidanka Xoogga Dalka intii ay jireen, dhibaatada ay u geysteen ciidanka qaranka labadaas qof, waligeed mid lamid ah ma soo marin. Shacabka Soomaaliyeed waxay mudan yihiin iney helaan sharraxaad qeexaysa nooca shirqool ee loo dhigay Ciidanka Xoogga. Labadaas, mid kamid ah wuxuuba ahaa laba kaarle, oo hal qorshe ayuu ugu adeegayey shisheeye iyo Shabaab oo isku ajande ah, balse kala hadaf ah. Midkood, shisheeyuhu waxay ku guuleesteen iney xilka Wasaaradda u dhiibaan xiligii Madaxweynihii hore, waxayse ku fashilmeen fulinta shirqoolkoodii, Taliskii CXD ee waqtigaas ayaana ahaa kuwa feejigan. Nasiib darro, isla Wasaaraddii ayaa lagu soo celiyey, si uu u fuliyo qorshihii. Midka kalena, xilka ugu sarreeya Xoogga Dalka ayuu qabtay, oo Madaxweynaha jooga ayaa u dhiibay.

Muqdisho (Caasimada Online) – Hoggaanka sare ee Ahlu-Sunna Waljamaaca oo maalmihii dambe waday dhaq-dhaqaaqyo siyaasadeed iyo kuwo milatari ayaa maanta qaaday tallaabo la xiriirta doorashada Qof iyo Codka ah ee la filayo inay ka dhacdo dalka. Ahlu-Sunna ayaa maanta si rasmi ah u diiwaan-gelisay urur cusub oo siyaasadeed, kaas oo lagu magacaabo Ururka Dib-u-heshiisiinta iyo Hormarinta Towfiiq, waxaana hoggaamin doona Sheekh Maxamed Shaakir Cali Xasan, oo horey usoo noqday madaxii xukuumadda Galmudug. Sheekh Shaakir, oo ururkiisa la guddoonsiiyay shahaadada rasmiga ah, ayaa soo dhaweeyay doorashooyinka dadweyne ee ay qorsheynayso Villa Soomaaliya in lagu qabto gudaha dalka, isaga oo tilmaamay in doorashadu tahay xal u ah dhammaan shacabka Soomaaliyeed. “In dalka doorasho Qof iyo Cod ah ka dhacdo waa daawo; qofkii kasoo horjeedana wuxuu dalka la damacsan yahay burbur iyo in lagu jiro rafaad, diiddana in dalka la badbaadiyo,” ayuu yiri Sheekh Maxamed Shaakir Cali Xasan. Sidoo kale, wuxuu sii raaciyay: “Bulshadu qofka ay doorato way la xisaabtami kartaa; isaguna wuxuu is leeyahay, maadaama lagula xisaabtamayo maalin kasta iyo habeen kasta, is ilaali, yaadan bulshada hortooda ku fadeexoobin.” Dhanka kale, Sheekh Shaakir wuxuu farriin culus u diray siyaasiyiinta mucaaradka, isaga oo ugu baaqay inay ka qayb-galaan doorashada soo socota, ayna diiwaan-geliyaan ururradooda. “Siyaasiyiinta mucaaradka waa inay diiwaan-geliyaan ururradooda. Haddii ay diiwaan-gelin waayaan, looma joojinayo, dadka Soomaaliyeed baa ka badan,” ayuu mar kale yiri. Tallaabadan ayaa ku soo aadeysa xilli dhowaan gobollada dhexe dib looga aas-aasay ciidamadii Ahlu-Sunna, kadib qorshe maalmo kooban ka socday magaalooyinka Guriceel iyo Dhuusamareeb, halkaas oo lagu soo bandhigay cudud ciidan oo xoog leh. Qorshaha dib loogu aas-aasay Ahlu-Sunna waxaa qayb ka ahayd dowladda federaalka, waxaana la sheegay inay xoreynayaan degmada Ceelbuur iyo deegaanada kale ee ay Al-Shabaab ka joogaan Galmudug. Si kastaba ha ahaatee, Ahlu-Sunna waxay haatan dooneysaa inay si toos ah uga qayb-gasho siyaasadda Soomaaliya, ayna u tartanto doorashada soo socota oo loo marayo nidaamka xisbiyada, sida uu horey u shaaciyay Madaxweynaha dowladda Federaalka Soomaaliya, Mudane Xasan Sheekh Maxamuud.

Buuloburde (Caasimada Online) – Kooxda Al-Shabaab ayaa maanta si aan horay loo arag uga dagaalantay gobolka Hiiraan, kadib markii saakay lagu weeraray deegaanka Aboorey oo hoos taga degmada Buuloburde. Ciidamada qaranka iyo kuwa deegaanka ayaa saakay seddax jiho ka weeraray Aboorey, Al-Shabaab waxay isku dayeen inay difaacdaan deegaankaas oo ah mid istaraatiiji ah, balse waa lagu laayey. Duhurkii ayaa la jebiyey Al-Shabaab, waxaana lagu guuleystay in laga xoreeyo deegaanka Aboorey, balse galabta ayay soo qaadeen weerar culus oo rogaal celis ah. Saraakiisha hoggaamineysa ciidamada maanta xoreeyey Aboorey ayaa Caasimada Online u sheegay in Al-Shabaab ay go’aansadeen in meydadkooda oo daadsanaa gudaha iyo daafaha deegaanka ay aruursadaan, kana aar-gutaan ciidamada. Dagaal la isku riiqmay oo galabta Casirkii kadib ka bilowday deegaanka Aboorey, kadib markii Shabaab dib u soo weerareen ayaa la isla soo gaaray caawa. Inkastoo mar kale Al-Shabaab lagu jebiyey weerarkii rogaal celiska ahaa ee galabta ay soo qaadeen, hadana khasaare badan ayaa dagaalkii galabta oo ahaa mid culus ka soo gaaray ciidamada qaranka iyo kuwa deegaanka. Saraakiil uu ku jiro Taliye urur oo ka tirsanaa Ciidanka Danab ee galabta ka dagaalamay Aboorey, ayaa ku geeriyootay dagaalkaas iyo ciidamo badan oo isugu jira kuwa qaranka iyo ku wa deegaanka ee Macawiisleyda reer Hiiraan ayaa sidoo kale dagaalka ku geeriyooday. Caawa Aboorey waxaa ku sugan ciidamada qaranka iyo xaq u dirirka dadka deegaanka, waxaana mar kale la jebiyey Al-Shabaab, oo caawa dib isaga laabtay, kadib markii uu guul dareystay weerarkii rogaal celiska ahaa ee galabta ay ku soo qaadeen deegaankaas. Ilaa maanta Aboorey oo dagaallo qaraar ay ka socdeen waxaa dul wareegayey diyaaradaha dagaalka, balse halkaas kama dhicin wax duqeyn ah, sababtana waxaa lagu sheegay in daruuro xoog leh ay jireen oo Roob uu cirka soo galay. Duqeymaha la fulin waayey ayaa Al-Shabaab fursad u siiyey inay dagaalamaan oo weliba si aan horay loo arag ay jilibka u dhigtaan, sidoo kale waxaa u soo gurmanayey ciidamo xoog leh oo ka soo gudbayey galbeedka gobolka Hiiraan. Deegaanka Aboorey ayaa muhiim u ah isku socodka kooxda ee gobollada Hiiraan, Sh/Dhexe iyo Galmudug, halkaas oo dagaalamayaal kale ay uga go’doonsan yihiin, waxayna markaan isku dayeen Al-Shabaab inay iska dhiciyaan oo dagaalka uga adkaadaan Xawaadle iyo Ciidamada Qaranka ee aaggaas jooga, balse cashir ayaa loo dhigay maanta.

Mogadishu (HOL) – A new independent evaluation has found that the scaled-up efforts of United Nations humanitarian agencies and partners played a vital role in averting famine in Somalia between 2021 and 2024 despite extreme operational challenges. Source: Hiiraan Online

Ethiopia’s forceful rhetoric and actions regarding sea access are reckless and short-sighted. In a region already burdened by conflict, such provocations could have disastrous consequences. Source: Hiiraan Online

Wasiir Kuxigeenka Wasaaradda Dawladaha Hoose iyo Horuumarinta Magaalooyinka JSL Mudane Axmed Cumar Xaaji Cabdillaahi Xamarje, ay wehelinayaan Maayarada Hargeysa, Berbera, Boorama, Gebilay, Tog-Wajaale iyo Masuulin kale oo ka tirsan Dawladda ayaa ka qaybgalay shirka caalamiga ah oo ay soo qaban-qaabiyeen Hay’adda City Alliance iyo Jaamacada Jigjiga, kaasoo maanta ka furmay Magaalada Adisababa ee Dalka Itoobiya. Shirkan ayaa waxaa ka qaybgalay madaxda uu maro corridor, kaasoo isku xidha Magaalooyinka Berbera iyo Addis-Ababa, (the East African City Corridor Dialogue). Shirkan ayaa lagaga hadlayaa Iskaashiga Gobolka, isu-socodka Ganacsiga, Isbedelka Cimilada, horuumarinta Magaalooyinka iyo kaabayaasha dhaqaalaha. Qaran News

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s U-17 Africa Cup of Nations campaign came to a close on Monday night with a 2–0 defeat to defending champions Senegal, capping a tournament that offered more resilience than reward for the young Ocean Stars. Source: Hiiraan Online

The Leak That Ended a Presidency: How Washington Turned on Hassan Sheikh Mohamud The collapse of U.S. confidence in President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud didn’t come with a press release. It came with a leak—a cold, calculated release of a private letter from the Somali president to the U.S. President Donald J. Trump. The letter itself was unremarkable, but its disclosure was anything but accidental. It was a warning. Widely interpreted as a deliberate act of dissent from within the U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu, the leak signaled the end of Washington’s patience with Mohamud’s leadership—a relationship that had been steadily unraveling for months. The letter—intended to secure U.S. support—backfired. It exposed a weakened president pleading for help while his government lost credibility domestically and internationally. According to multiple sources, the leak originated from embassy officials fed up with President Mohamud’s defiance, paranoia, and inaction. “This was not an accident,” said one senior U.S. official. “It was a deliberate signal that the relationship is over.” That signal marked a decisive rupture between President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and the American diplomatic establishment. U.S. and regional officials point to his failure to control Somalia’s security landscape and his obstruction of counterterrorism efforts. “The leak was a shot across the bow,” said another senior official. “We’re done covering for him.” The fallout follows months of unfulfilled commitments, strategic defiance, and a pattern of provocation. Tensions peaked when Mohamud’s government publicly dismissed a U.S. Embassy security advisory, calling it baseless—a move seen as both reckless and deliberately antagonistic. The final blow came when he delayed firing his Defense Minister despite repeated U.S. requests. When he finally acted, he blamed U.S. pressure, triggering backlash in Washington. Officials saw this as an attempt to undermine American diplomacy and shift accountability. Inside the White House, the verdict is clear: “He’s out of alignment with every key regional and security interest we have,” said a senior administration official. The Trump administration is now exploring alternative Somali leaders—those who can restore institutional credibility, rebuild trust, and cooperate on counterterrorism. Across the State Department, Pentagon, and National Security Council, officials describe Mohamud as unreliable, politically paralyzed, and self-interested. Within the U.S. Embassy in Mogadishu, the mood is described as one of cold hostility, driven by what many see as a pattern of lies, broken promises, veiled deals with foreign actors, and growing paranoia. “There’s a shared view now,” said one diplomat. “He is dangerous to Somalia, and he can’t be trusted. He says the right things behind closed doors but constantly undermines U.S. efforts on the ground.” With Washington’s patience exhausted, the policy conversation has shifted to contingency planning. Senior officials are engaged in internal discussions over a potential political realignment in Somalia. “The question is no longer if there will be a transition,” said a National Security Council official. “It’s when—and how soon.” No one is calling it regime change, but no one is defending Mohamud either. “His credibility is gone. So is our patience.” More broadly, regional partners have grown alarmed by Mohamud’s inconsistent and transactional diplomacy. Officials in Cairo, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Nairobi, and Addis Ababa, who have long expressed concern over his erratic posture, now view his leadership as a source of regional instability and confusion—not because of one specific alignment, but because of a broader pattern of half-truths, broken promises, contradictory deals, and amateur statecraft. • In Cairo, officials are frustrated by Mohamud’s simultaneous outreach to Ethiopia, a direct competitor, after having publicly committed to Egypt’s position on the Nile dispute—a move viewed as duplicitous and reckless. • In Abu Dhabi, diplomats cite repeated instances where Mohamud has agreed to regional security cooperation, only to later backtrack or sideline Gulf-led initiatives in favor of ad hoc bilateral deals elsewhere. • Even Riyadh and Doha, which had maintained more neutral ties, have begun to step back, describing Somalia’s foreign policy under Mohamud as chaotic, contradictory, and driven by short-term political needs rather than strategic vision. For now, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud remains in office. But his government is isolated, his allies are vanishing, and his enemies—inside and outside the country—are circling. The letter meant to save his presidency may instead become the document that sealed its unraveling. https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/somalia-offers-us-exclusive-control-air-bases-ports-2025-03-28/ Qaran News

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, Dahabo Suusow, has urged the public to remain calm and dismissed speculation that a former military officer who died in custody earlier this week was poisoned. Her comments come as government officials and family members work to tamp down growing rumours following the death of Sheegow Ahmed Ali, widely known as "General Sheegow." Source: Hiiraan Online

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s electoral commission has certified five political associations to contest the country’s upcoming local elections, a step widely seen as part of a fragile but forward-moving transition toward democratic governance. Source: Hiiraan Online

Beledweyne (HOL) — Somali government forces and allied local militias have said they have pushed out Al-Shabaab fighters from the village of Aboorey in the Hiiraan region after heavy overnight fighting with Al-Shabaab militants, the second major clash in the area in less than 24 hours, officials said Tuesday. Source: Hiiraan Online

Wasiirka Maaliyadda XFS Mudane Biixi Imaan Cige iyo wafdi uu hoggaaminayo oo safar shaqo ku gaaray dalka Kuwait ayaa maanta waxa uu kulan miro-dhal ah la qaatay dhiggiisa Wasiirka Wasaaradda Maaliyadda Kuwait Marwo Eng. Nuura Sulaiman Al-Fassam iyo saraakiil sare oo Wasaaradda Maaliyadda Kuwait ka tirsan. Kulanka oo ay Wasiirka Maaliyadda ku wehlinayeen Guddoomiyaha Bangiga Dhexe ee Soomaaliya Mudane Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi iyo Safiirka Soomaaliya u fadhiya magaalada Kuwait City Dr. Abdullahi Mohamed Shiekh ayaa waxaa diiradda lagu saaray arrimaha horumatinta Maaliyadda Soomaaliya iyo xiriirka labada dal ee iskaashiga dhaqaalaha. Kulanka oo miro-dhal ahaa ayaa labada dhinac waxa ay si gaar ah u dul istaageen arrimaha maalgalinta iyo Ganacsiga oo madaxda Dowladda Soomaaliya ay dhawaanahaanba juhdi gaar ah ku wadeed sidii loo maalgalin lahaa ilaha soosaarka dhaqaalaha dalka. Wasiirka Maaliyadda XFS Mudane Biixi Imaan Cige ayaa uga mahadceliyay Dowladda Kuwait taageeradeeda taariikhiga ah ee ay ku laheyd hannaankii deyn cafinta Soomaaliya, waxaa kale oo uu balan qaaday in ay xoojinayaaan xiriirka wadashaqeyneed ee ay Dowladda Kuwait la leedahay Dowladda Soomaaliya si loo kobciyo dhaqaalaha iyo qorshe yaasha maalgalineed ee u dagsan Dowladda Soomaaliya. Source: goobjoog.com

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia's efforts to finalize its Provisional Constitution are at risk of stalling due to the enduring dominance of clan-based governance and the lack of trust in formal state institutions, according to a new report released this week by International IDEA. Source: Hiiraan Online

Somalia's reported decision to offer the U.S. access to its strategic military bases sparked debate within the country. Some see it as a step toward greater security and stability, while others, including some Somali leaders, expressed concerns about the potential destabilizing effects, especially with groups like al-Shabaab still active. Source: Hiiraan Online

Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland government has issued a stern warning against Somali Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre's anticipated visit to Las Anod, the capital of the SSC-Khatumo administration, a territory Somaliland claims as part of its borders. Source: Hiiraan Online

Safiirka Israa’iil u fadhiya Itoobiya Avraham Neguise ayaa laga saaray xarunta Midowga Afirka oo ay ka socotay munaasabad lagu xusayay xasuuqii Ruwada ee 1994kii. Addis Ababa (Wararka PP) — Safiirka Israa’iil u fadhiya Itoobiya Avraham Neguise, ayaa laga saaray xarunta Midowga Afirka oo ay ka socotay munaasabad lagu xusayay xasuuqii Ruwada ee 1994kii. Wasaaradda Arrimmaha Dibedda ee Israa’iil ayaa sheegtay in Guddoomiyaha Midowga Afrika Maxamuud Yuusuf uu ka hor yimid in safiirka Israa’iil ka qeybgalo xuska lagu xusuusanay xasuuqii isir suulinta ahaa ee ka dhacay Ruwanda 1994kii. Ma aha markii kowaad oo safiir ka socda Israa’iil loo diiday inuu goobjoog ka ahaado munaasabad ka dhacaysa xarunta Nelson Mandela ee Midowga Afrika ku taalla Addis Ababa. Xubnaha Ururka Midowga Afirka waxay isku raacsan yihiin xal laba dal oo u oggolanaaya Falastiin inay dal noqoto. “Israa’iil waxay Gaza ku xasuuqday in ka badan 60,000 oo Falastiiniyiin ah. Waa wax yaab leh in Safiirka Israa’iil isku dayay inuu ka soo qeybgalo munaasabad lagu xusuusanayay dadkii lagu laayay xasuuqii Ruwaanda 31 sano kaor, maanta oo Israa’iil ay waado xasuuqa dadka reer Falastiin” ayuu yiri diblomaasi Afrikaan ah oo goobta joogay. Inkastoo ay Israa’iil xiriir diblomaasiyadeed la leedahay dhowr dal oo qaaradda Afrika ka tirsan, hase ahaatee marnaba kuma kuu guuleysanin inay dib u soo hesho martabaddii goobjoogenimada ay ku lahayd Midowga Afrika oo la joojiyay 2023kii. Xubnaha Ururka Midowga Afrika waxay isku raacsan yihiin xal laba dal oo u oggolanaaya Falastiin inay dal noqoto halka Isra’iil iyo dalalka taageera gumeysigeeda iyo dhulballaarsigeeda ay taageeraan in dadka Falastiin aysan yeelanin dal u gaar ah. © Puntland Post, 2025 The post Safiirka Israa’iil U Jooga Itoobiya oo Laga Saaray Kulan Lagu Xusuusanayay Xasuuqii Ruwaanda appeared first on Puntland Post.

Guutada labaad ee ciidamada difaaca Puntland oo maanta hawlgal qorshaysan ka fuliyay degaanka Guryasamo ee buuraha Calmiskaad ayaa halkaasi ku dilay sarkaal ka tirsanaa firxadka mileeshiyaadka ISIS Bayaan kooban oo ka soo baxay xafiiska Warbaahinta u qaabilsan ciidamada difaaca Puntland ayuu ku xaqiijiyay warka ku saabsan hawlgalka qorshaysan ee guutada labaad ee ciidamada Puntland ka fuliyeen degaanka Garyasamo, kaasi oo lagu dilay sarkaal ka tirsanaa firxadka dagaallamayaasha argagixisada ISIS. “Ciidanku waxay hawlgal maanta ka sameeyeen deegaanka Guryasamo ee buuralayda Calmiskaad, waxaa ay dileen xubin ka tirsaneyd Argagixisada Daacish” ayaa lagu yiri bayaan kooban oo ka soo baxay xafiiska Warbaahinta u qaabilsan taliska ciidamada difaaca dowladda Puntland. Hawlgalkan ayaa imaanaya, iyadoo uu dhammaystir marayo wejiga saddexaad ee hawlgalka Calmiskaad ay ciidamada difaaca Puntland kaga sifaynayaan mileeshiyaadka argagixisada ISIS oo haatan weli firxadkoodii la baacsanayo kaddib markii ay si buuxda u jabeen. PUNTLAND POST The post Calmiskaad: Ciidamada difaaca Puntland oo hawlgal qorshaysan ku dilay sarkaal ka tirsan argagixisada ISIS appeared first on Puntland Post.

Maamulka Somaliland ayaa si adag uga falceliyey wararka sheegaya in Raysal Wasaare Xamse Cabdi Barre uu damacsan yahay inuu booqdo magaalada Laascaanood. Wasiirka Warfaafinta Somaliland Axmed Yaasiin Somaliland ayaa sheegay in Raysal Wasaaruhu uu wato fitno aan ku salaysnayn Soomaalinimo”, isla markaana ay Somaliland kaga hortagi doonto qorshihiisa iyadoo adeegsanaysa xoog iyo xeelad. “Raysal Wasaare Xamsow, fitnada aad abuurayso waxaanu kaga hortagi doonnaa xoog iyo xeelad. Waxaannu dalalka caalamka iyo kuwa dariska ahba ugu baaqaynaa in ay si dhab ah u eegaan waxa uu ninkaasi wato, Soomaalinimo midaysana kuma salaysna,” ayuu yiri Wasiirka. Somaliland ayaa sidoo kale ugu baaqday beesha caalamka iyo waddamada dariska in ay garowsadaan in talaabooyinka Raysal Wasaaraha aysan ka tarjumaynin dan guud oo Soomaaliyeed, balse ay xoojinayaan kala-qaybsanaanta. Ra’iisul Wasaaraha Xukuumadda Jamhuuriyadda Federaalka Soomaaliya Mudane Xamsa Cabdi Barre ayaa dhawaan shaaciyay in uu booqan doono magaalada Laascaanood oo hadda ay ka taliyaan maamulka KMG ah ee SSC Khaatumo. Source: goobjoog.com

Ciidanka Xoogga Dalka Soomaaliyeed iyo kuwa deegaanka ayaa si rasmi ah ula wareegay deegaanka Aboorey ee gobolka Hiiraan halkaasi oo saaka aroornimadii Ciidamadu ku qaadeen weerar saf ballaaran ah. Saraakiisha Ciidamada ee howlgalka hoggaaminayay ayaa xaqiijiyay maydadka xubno ka tirsan kooxda Alshabaab oo daadsan gudaha deegaanka, waxayna sheegeen inay ku daba jiraan qaar kale oo baxsad ah. Aboorey oo ka tirsan gobolka Hiiraan ayaa ah deegaan istiraatiiji ah oo u muhiim ah isku xirka gobollada Hiiraan iyo Galgaduud, waxayna la wareegiddiisu leeyahay ahmiyad weyn markii la eego dagaalka ka dhanka ah kooxda Al-Shabaab. Source: goobjoog.com

Horaantii bishaan, Iran ayaa diiday wadahadal toos ah oo uu u fidiyay madaxweynaha Mareykanka Donald Trump oo ku saabsan horumarinta barnaamijkeeda Nukliyeerka. Madaxweyne Donald Trump ayaa Isniintii sheegay in Mareykanka uu qorsheynayo inuu wadahadal la yeesho Iran. “Waxaan leenahay kulan aad u weyn Sabtida, si toos ah ayaan ula macaamilaynaa,” ayuu yidhi Trump, isaga oo intaa ku daray in wadahadalku uu noqon doono “ku dhawaad ​​heerkii ugu sarreeyay.” Wasiirka arrimaha dibadda ee Iran ayaa xaqiijiyay in wada-hadallada ay dhici doonaan, balse waxa uu ku tilmaamay wadahadallo heer-sare ah oo aan toos ahayn, oo dalka Cumaan uu martigelinayo. Hadalka ka soo yeeray madaxweynaha Mareykanka ayaa ku soo aadaya xilli uu soo dhaweeyay ra’iisul wasaaraha Israa’iil Benjamin Netanyahu, oo u arka in Iiraan ay khatar ku tahay xasiloonida Bariga Dhexe. Netanyahu ayaa sidoo kale ku nuuxnuuxsaday in Iran ay tahay in aysan helin hubka Nukliyeerka. Source

Madaxweynaha dalka Maraykanka ayaa lagula taliyey in aanu xayiraad socdaal saarin Jamhuuriyadda Somaliland, xilli Mr. Donald Trump isku diyaarinayo inuu soo saaro xayiraad cusub oo dhanka socdaalka iyo fiisaha ah uu ku soo rogayo muwaadiniinta dalalka uu u arko inay khatar ku yihiin ammaanka ama kuwa sida sharci darro ah ku jooga Mareykanka. Intii lagu jiray muddo xileedkiisii hore Trump wuxuu soo saaray dhowr amaro fulineed oo mamnuucayay gelitaanka muwaadiniinta ka socda 15 waddan ee dalka Maraykanka. Mar kale soo noqoshadiisu waxay keliftay inuu kordhiyo dalalka uu ku soo rogay Xayiraada fisaha iyo socdaalka, kuwaasoo uu ka dhigay 41 Dal. Heerka xayiraadaha la saaray wadamadan, ayaa kala duwan, waxaana loo qaybiyey saddex qaybood oo kala ah, qaar ku jira Liisaska Casaanka, Huruuda iyo Jaalaha. Dalalka safka hore ee xayiraadaha ku jira waxa kamida Soomaaliya oo Maraykanku u aqoonsan yahay hoyga Argagixisada iyo musuqmaasuqa Venezuela iyo Yemen. “Muqdisho waxay ku faraxsan tahay inay balaayiin doollar ku qaadato gargaar, xitaa iyadoo ku dheggan Beijing oo ay si cad u taageerto kooxaha argagixisada. Musuqmaasuqa dowladda Soomaaliya ayaa u sahlay Al-Shabaab oo xidhiidh la leh Al-Qaacidada maxalliga ah in ay dib ugu soo laabtaan duleedka Muqdisho” ayaa lagu yidhi maqaal uu baahiyey wargeyska washingtonexaminer oo ka soo baxa dalka Maraykanku 4-tii bishan April. In Soomaaliya loo ogolaado sharciga dal ku galka Maraykanku waxay sahlaysaa inay kooxaha argagixisadu soo galaan gudaha dalkaasi, ayaa sidoo kale lagu sheegay warbixinta uu daabacay Wargeysku. “In Soomaalida la siiyo fiisaha waa in argagixisanimo la geliyo dhulka Mareykanka”ayuu yidhi qoraaga Michael Rubin oo ah cilmi-baadhe ka faallooda arrimaha siyaasadda iyo amaanka, kaasoo wargeyska Dawan uu ka soo xigtay warbixin uu qoray. Michael Rubin, waxa uu sheegay in marka laga hadlayo amaanka dhulka Soomaalida, Jamhuuriyadda Somaliland ka duwan tahay Soomaaliya “Somaliland iyada oo aan la ictiraafsanayn habeen iyo maalin way ka duwan tahay Soomaaliya. Somaliland waa dimuqraadi – si ka duwan Soomaaliya, oo soo magacawda madaxdeeda” Halka Soomaaliya ay ku dhowdahay Shiinaha, Somaliland waxay la wadaagtaa xidhiidh Taiwan”ayuu raaciyey khabiirku arragtida uu ka bixiyey Somaliland iyo Soomaaliya. Iyadoo Muqdisho aanay ammaan ahayn, haddana caasimadda Somaliland ee Hargeysa iyo dekedda Berbera ayaa ka ammaan badan magaalo kasta oo Maraykan ah. Halka kooxaha argagixisadu ay hub sharci darro ah soo geliyaan Soomaaliya, Somaliland waxay ilaalisaa xeebteeda oo dhererkeedu yahay 450 mayl. Sarkaalkan oo hore uga tirsanaa Waaxda difaaca ee dalka Maraykanka, haatana madax ka ah Machadka American Enterprise Institute, waxa uu si cad ugu iftiimiyey madaxda dalka Maraykanka farqiga weyn ee u dhexeeya Somaliland iyo Soomaaliya dhanka amaanka, nidaamka maamul ee dawliga ah, siyaasadda iyo guud ahaan xasiloonida dawladdeed ee ka dhisan. Waxa uu ku taliyey in Somaliland loo tixgeliyo waxa ay qabsatay iyadoo aan si rasmi ah loo aqoonsanayn. Jamhuuriyadda Somaliland kama shaqayso oo kaliya amniga dalkeeda ee waxa ay sidoo kale dabool nabad-gelyo u tahay wadamada Geeska Afrika iyo si guudba qaarada, maadaama ay dhacdo goob istaraatiiji ah oo bad iyo beriba muhiimad weyn u leh mandaqada iyo adduunka. Ka sekow bogcada ay Somaliland ku taallo ahmiyaddeeda, waxa kale oo ay xuduud la leedahay Soomaaliya oo ah waddanka ugu halista badan gobolka, kaasoo hoy u ah Kooxaha argagixisada ee Daacish iyo Alshabaab. Dawladda Maraykanka ayaa bilihii u dambeeyey ku hawlanayd xoojinta xidhiidhka ay la leedahay Jamhuuriyada Somaliland, waxaana aad loo hadal hayaa in maamulka madaxweyne Trump uu ku dhiiranayo inuu si buuxda u aqoonsado qarankan 34 sanno jirsaday. Madaxweynaha Jamhuuriyadda Somaliland, ayaa tan iyo markii uu talada la wareegay dhowr jeer ku celiyey inay dawladdu xooga saarayso kor-qaadista ammaanka, isagoo bishii Febaury shirweyne Caalami ah ka shaaciyey inay diyaar u tahay Somaliland inay caalamka kala shaqayso xasiloonida iyo nabad-gelyada gobolka ay ka tirsan tahay ee Geeska Afrika iyo marin-biyoodka muhiimka ah ee Baabel-man-deb. Source