Somalipride is giving lesson to NG' guru. Now, in so far as the “political cards” are concern; again, it's the case, that the only two groups that has that sort of “cards”, are: firstly, that of Somaliland’s side (if that is, they wished to get involve in that inferno, in the first place). This assertion invalidates your argument that "Pirateland tolka" does not have the political card to get involved in the south. I was hoping you will take off your clan filter glasses. What is happening in the South especially in Mogadishu is tragedy of epic propotioons that defied solution for the last 19 years. We saw USA intervention, UN intervention, Ethiopia intervention and now Shabaab/qaacida intervention. All these political involvements did not or will not produce a lasting solution to the problems of Somalia. A lasting solution will come about when the south accepts the "dirin process and it's outcome". At such time Somalis in every region will have an influence on Mogadishu since it is the seat of the Federal government and Puntland will play its political card and the NW enclave will have no choice but to participate in the affairs of their country as well.

OOdwayne wrote: ^^^I do not think he has the “ability” or the “political cards” to get involve this inferno in the south of Somalia. . How do you know Faroole does not have the "ability" to get involved politically in the South? His actions since becoming the head of Puntland contradicts your assertion. And who has the "politcal cards" to get involved in the south? Try to answer these questions without the clan filter.

Very bad taste, wrong and with no imagination. AA has enough material for Alshabaab in this world without going to the next world, aakhira.

Hannibal move to Mars and we will help you with space suit.

Originally posted by Sophist: " if they want to be isolated, they can be assured that I will do all I can to isolate them... and evidently that they dont need or want the support of US... and will support Somalia and Puntland". Chairman Pyne! . This is stunnig development, shooting yourself in the foot. It seems the rejection to attend the meeting was made emotionally without regard to international relations.

Washignton D.C: “ Ma nihin dad doonaya Hub iyo dagaal, waxaan dooneynaa Horumar wanaagsan & Nabadgalyo taam ah” Madaxweynaha dowladda Puntland" We are not interested in war but we want to develop and secure our peace. This is a profound statement from the head of Puntland. Congradulations to Faroole for a job weel done.

NG has to renew his seccesiont card from time to time. The meeting did take place. US Congressional Hearing Examines Military, Political Situation in Somalia By Dan Robinson Washington 26 June 2009 Islamist insurgent fighters near Mogadishu, 1 Jun 2009 The violent and unstable situation in Somalia was the subject of a U.S. congressional hearing on Thursday. Testimony by officials from Somalia, the United Nations and the African Union, and experts came as the Obama administration confirmed it has decided to bolster Somalia's embattled Transitional Federal Government against Islamist forces. With each day bringing further deterioration in Somalia, including among other things the recent bomb attack that killed the Somali transitional government security minister, Thursday's hearing was timely. Coinciding with the hearing, the State Department confirmed that the U.S. is providing urgent shipments of weapons and ammunition to Somalia's Transitional Federal Government, the TFG, to help it avoid a complete takeover by Islamist rebels the U.S. suspects has ties to al-Qaida. Ted Dagne, African Affairs Specialist with the Congressional Research Service, predicted that violence is likely to increase in coming months as the Islamist group al-Shabaab, backed by foreign fighters, attempts to oust the transitional government. "The primary objective of this offensive is to force the collapse of the TFG (Transitional Federal Government), and to force AMISOM (African Union Mission to Somalia) to leave Somalia," he said. Al-Shabaab has taken over much of Mogadishu and southern Somalia, and is on a U.S. government list of international terrorist groups. Dagne says highly de-centralized and mobile al-Shabaab forces threaten the Transitional Federal Government, and noted that African Union forces are constrained because they are not authorized to take offensive action. He said al-Shabaab is supported by more than 400 foreign fighters, and is funded by al-Qaida and certain foreign governments. Peter Pham, Associate Professor of Justice Studies, Political Science and Africana Studies at James Madison University, says conditions in Somalia threaten security and stability of the Horn of Africa: "Even without toppling the TFG, al-Shabaab has already achieved a major objective by securing a territorial base from which like-minded militants and terrorists can carry out attacks elsewhere, especially against targets in the Arabian Peninsula as well as participating in the current violence against Somalis," he said. Representative Donald Payne, who chairs the House Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health, said further violence can be avoided only if Somalis from all three regions of the country come together: "As we gather today many Somalis continue to be displaced, maimed and killed. The dream and aspirations of millions of Somalis are on hold or crushed," he said. Of Somalia transitional government and regional officials invited to the hearing, the foreign minister of the Republic of Somaliland declined to attend. But the President of the Puntland State of Somalia, Abdirahman Mohamed Farole, appealed for foreign assistance to stable areas of the country, saying this would be the best way to prevent extremist groups from expanding areas they control: "There are limited options for dealing with extremists and terrorist threats in Somalia. The international community must support stable regions, for example Puntland, and offer long-awaited development incentives in order to attract the attention of other Somali regions that see the benefits as counter-weight to joining extremists," he said. Speaking for the Transitional Federal Government, Idd BedelMohamed,Deputy Permanent Minister of Somalia at the United Nations, read a statement accusing al-Shabaab and some hardliners of rejecting reconciliation, and acknowledged that the transitional government faces intensified attacks: "Insurgent groups continue to attack [the] Somali government and AMISOM forces with a new influx of foreign fighters allied and in support of al-Shabaab and its radical agenda. Attacks by radical groups against the combined forces of TFG and AMISOM are becoming more sophisticated, coordinated and lethal," he said. Ugandan Minister of Defense, Crispus Kiyonga, said the African Union force, composed of 2,590 Ugandan troops 1,600 from Burundi, has so far been able to defend the transitional government's state house, Mogadishu port and airport, but said reinforcements to al-Shabaab have created a difficult situation. "What we have in Somalia is an extraordinary situation that requires extraordinary means. For the U.N. to keep urging that peace be created first before a U.N. peacekeeping force can be sent continues to deny the Somali people badly-needed international forces to assist in the stabilization of that country," he said. Ngoga Gateretse, Senior Advisor to the African Union Special Envoy for Somalia, called the situation in Mogadishu grave and said al-Shabaab is trying to force an extreme form of Islam on the Somali people, "This is completely new and shocking to the majority of the Somalis. It is unfortunate that some would use the religious zeal of sincere Somalis to prosecute what amounts to terrorism and the promotion of their agenda," he said. A State Department official did not provide details of military aid going to the U.N.-backed transitional government. However, news reports quoting U.S. officials said it consisted of small arms as well as training which would be conducted outside the country.

Sad ending, the money, the fame, plastic surgery, chemical bleaching and humilation at the end and death. Sometimes fame and wealth becomes a curse.

There is no justice here and forget about mercy and maqaasid al-shariica, it is the rule of the jungle. Alshabaab are digging a deeper hole for themselves everyday, it will be very soon when the hunter becomes the hunted.

Somalia actually is number one in the number of camels. 5 million of them to be exact.

Actually not a bad move. If we can send all the worlords to overseas including shabaab Somalia will become peaceful. Who will take shabaab? I have no idea.

Macno yare is back, where is Xiin to do some karbash.

Ouch! But then again some SOL members are fast and loose with facts. You are entitled to your opinion but not to your own facts.

This is the second round that shabaab invite Ethiopia. In the first round, they blamed A/Y but this time there is no one to blame other than shabaab.

Silly topic aka ciyaal suuq. How can one belittle a leader who is frugal with the peoples money espcially in today's worldwide economic meltdown.

Indeed Aweys want to have it both ways, he is using shabaab for his political power at mement but time will tell wether he will be able to control them. It seems the shabaab have their own ruthless strategy and I am afraid no one will be able to stand in their way including Col Aweys.

Allaha u naxariisto. The only justification to kill a Somali is because of Ethiopia. At this rate all be dead and then Ethiopia will take over Somalia because it's people killed each other. What a moron.

One possible strategy will be to wait out shabaab to keep miscalculating until everyone turns against them and may be get outside support to finish them off. More Amison troops are needed. I think at this time it is stalemate, shabaab can not finsish the job because of Amison and govt is powerless to overrun shabaab. Sharif is down but not out and still is in Villa Somalia, therefore he has not failed yet.

DQ got it right. The same mindless killing and worse because it is in the name of Islam the religion of peace. They know nothing about Islam and peace.

Allaha u naxriisto, smair iyo imaan ehelkooda. They tried to assisinated A/Y and Gheedi (twice), is it any wonder that they are still doing target killing and even to their fellow supporters of ARS are not exempt. Who are the shabaabs. I believe they are modern sect of khwaarij. Hamza Yusuf said: " Unfortunately, the West does not know what every Muslim scholar knows; that the worst enemies of Islam are from within. The worst of these are the khawaarij who delude others by the deeply dyed religious exterior that they project. The Prophet, peace be upon him, said about them, “When you see them pray you will consider your own prayers insignificant. They recite the Quran but it does not exceed the limits of their throat.” In other words, they don’t understand the true meanings. The outward religious appearance and character of the khawaarij deluded thousands in the past, and continues to delude people today. The Muslims should be aware that despite the khawaarij adherence to certain aspects of Islam, they are extremists of the worst type. "

Duke and Emperor your opposition to Sharif and his govt is just too much. Why don't you turn your guns on shabaab who are the aggressors? I don't see any benefit in attacking Sharif. Your opinion comes accross as if you want Sharif defeated, why?

Nothing wrong with having starbucks in Somalia, but who can afford $4 latte when a cup of tea cost 10 cents. If it made business sense someone will have opened it in Hargaysa or Bosaso.

How about tenek yahow.

Is it time to collect welfare checks? My bad...sorry I could not resist.

Adow did a lazy reporting. These reports were already written and as a Somali journalist I would have expected more in depth reporting and analysis.