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19/12/2025

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08/12/2025

Turkey has openly indicated that 2026 could become the historic year in which Somalia officially begins oil drilling and exploitation of its natural resources—a move that, if implemented, could fundamentally reshape the country’s economic future.

The statement was delivered by Turkey’s Minister of Energy, Alparslan Bayraktar, who last week announced that Ankara has acquired new specialized vessels designed for offshore exploration and extraction along Somalia’s coastline.

Speaking about previous seismic surveys conducted in Somali waters, Bayraktar stated:

“This year we completed seismic operations, and it is highly likely that 2026 will mark the beginning of official offshore drilling in Somalia.”

He added that official results regarding the exact location and technical details of drilling are expected to be announced in January, signaling that the exploratory phase has reached an advanced stage.

However, what makes Turkey’s announcement politically and economically significant is the minister’s confirmation that drilling will not be limited to the sea. Turkey also plans to explore onshore resources, a move that would require complex security arrangements, major investment, and infrastructure that Somalia currently lacks.

Bayraktar acknowledged that some of the suspected oil-rich locations onshore are completely inaccessible due to lack of roads, implying that roads, services, and training facilities must first be constructed—a process that demands both time and substantial funding before onshore drilling becomes technically feasible.

These developments emerge at a time when Somalia is in a delicate political transition, with uncertainty surrounding the electoral model, timeline, and future political leadership of the country. Meanwhile, mistrust continues to grow between the Federal Government and the Federal Member States, raising a critical national question:

How will Somalia manage natural resources if drilling begins without a national agreement on revenue sharing, governance, and public accountability?

This moment presents President Hassan Sheikh, now in the closing period of his term, with an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy—provided that the current political obstacles are addressed and a stable environment is created.

Nevertheless, a crucial factor will be establishing strong state institutions capable of holding Turkey accountable and ensuring that natural resource exploitation does not further destabilize Somalia. Achieving this requires building competent, knowledgeable leadership and a national framework at a time when Somalia is preparing for a historic but highly sensitive phase in its future.

04/12/2025

Israel Raises Security Concerns Over Turkish Military Activity in Somalia

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Israel has issued an unusual security assessment naming Somalia as an emerging strategic risk, according to a detailed report published by Israel Hayom. The development marks the first time Israel has publicly identified Somalia as a potential source of long-range military threats.

The report states that Israeli security institutions are closely observing Turkey’s expanding defence footprint in Mogadishu, including what is described as a covert initiative to establish a long-range missile testing and aerospace command site on Somalia’s coastline.

Israeli Analyst: Distance Between Somalia and Israel “Operationally Relevant”

Strategic analyst Shay Gal told the newspaper that the geographical distance between Somalia and Israel is not sufficient to neutralize threats posed by long-range missile systems under development in Turkey. He compared Somalia’s distance to Israel with that of Iran, a country long considered central to Israel’s security doctrine.

Gal highlighted particular concern over Turkey’s Tayfun missile, which reportedly requires test launches over the Indian Ocean. Somalia’s coastline, he noted, could provide an ideal testing corridor, raising Israeli fears that the country could one day become a launch platform for long-range capabilities.

Mossad Expected to Increase Intelligence Operations in the Horn of Africa

According to the report, Israel is preparing to expand intelligence monitoring in Somalia. If Turkish military infrastructure or missile-related programs take shape in the country, experts believe Mossad will prioritise Somalia as a key observation zone in the region.

This signals a potential shift in the geopolitical focus of the Horn of Africa, which has increasingly become a site of foreign military activity and strategic competition.

Somalia’s Growing Role in Regional Power Dynamics

Turkey already operates one of its largest overseas military facilities in Mogadishu and plays a central role in training Somali security forces. The new Israeli assessment suggests that the partnership may be evolving into areas with regional strategic implications, particularly if missile-testing or aerospace projects materialize.

Diplomats and analysts say the situation could place Somalia in the middle of wider geopolitical tensions between Turkey and Israel, two regional powers whose relations have been strained over multiple fronts.

Risk of the Horn of Africa Becoming a Strategic Contest Zone

Security observers warn that increased foreign military interest in Somalia could carry several consequences:

Intensified intelligence activity from competing powers

Vulnerability of Somali territory to external military use

Heightened strategic rivalry in the Red Sea and Indian Ocean corridor

Potential impact on stability in the Horn of Africa

The region’s geopolitical importance — including its proximity to key shipping lanes — makes it a critical focus for Middle Eastern and global actors.

Conclusion

Israel’s latest assessment underscores growing uncertainty around the strategic trajectory of Somalia’s defence partnerships. While Somalia continues to deepen cooperation with Turkey in areas such as training and security support, Israel’s response indicates broader regional concerns about the long-term implications.

Sunatimes will continue to monitor developments as more details emerge regarding Israel’s intelligence posture and Turkey’s planned military or aerospace activities in Somalia.

03/12/2025

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03/12/2025

Alasow Foundation Provides Emergency Food Assistance to 100 Vulnerable Families in Mogadishu

Mogadishu — The Alasow Foundation has delivered emergency food aid to 100 vulnerable families in the Somali capital, strengthening ongoing efforts to support low-income households struggling with rising living costs.

The distribution was carried out in a courtyard inside Mogadishu, where dozens of families gathered to receive essential food items including rice, flour, sugar, and cooking oil. Each package was clearly branded with the Alasow Foundation emblem to ensure transparency and proper identification of the aid.

Foundation officials said the initiative forms part of a broader humanitarian mission to address hunger and provide relief to families affected by poverty, unemployment, and economic instability across Somalia.

“Supporting vulnerable families remains central to our humanitarian work,” the organization said in a statement. “We are committed to expanding our relief operations to reach communities most affected by hardship.”

Local residents welcomed the distribution, describing it as timely support for families facing increasing financial pressure.

The Alasow Foundation expressed gratitude to its donors and supporters whose contributions made the operation possible. The organization said it will continue implementing food-relief programs in Mogadishu and other regions in the coming months.

02/12/2025

Somali Women Handcuffed After Criticizing Afgooye District Administration — A Disturbing Violation of Human Rights

It is deeply disturbing and unacceptable that Somali women were shackled by their hands and feet simply for participating in a meeting where they criticized the Afgooye district administration. Citizens have a constitutional right to express their views and to take part in peaceful assemblies without intimidation or fear.

According to eyewitnesses, the order to arrest and handcuff the women was issued by the Commander of Afgooye Police Station, Ali Rooble, who has previously been linked to repeated acts of abuse against women in the district. Even more shocking is the fact that the women were detained in the same space with men — including minors — which is a clear violation of basic policing ethics and human dignity.

This kind of brutality against women is unacceptable and erodes the trust between security institutions and the public. It also severely damages the image of the security sector and violates the fundamental rights guaranteed under Somali law and international human rights conventions.

I urgently call on the South West State Administration and the Somali Police Force Headquarters to intervene immediately, ensure the safety of the women affected, and hold those responsible for these violations accountable. Justice must be served, and women should never again be subjected to such degrading treatment for exercising their right to speak.

24/11/2025

Puntland Court Orders Urgent Hearing Without Mental Health Assessment, Raising Concerns of Possible Injustice

Gaalkacyo, Puntland — November 19, 2025

The First Grade Court of Mudug Region in Gaalkacyo has issued an order mandating the immediate court appearance of two defendants: Hodan Maxamud Diiriye (34) and Cabdicaasiis Nuur Xaashi Calas (65). Both individuals are accused in a case filed by complainant Marxuumad Saabiriin Saylaan Cabdille Wees & DPL and her family.

According to the official court document, the hearing has been scheduled for Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM, and both defendants are to be transported directly from custody to the courtroom. The order further instructs the Central Prison Commander and the Central Police Station Commander in Mudug to immediately hand over the detainees to the court.

While the official document follows legal procedure on the surface, the urgency of the order has raised serious concerns among human-rights observers and legal experts.

Lack of Mental Health Evaluation Sparks Outcry

Families and legal advocates argue that neither defendant has been granted a psychological evaluation, despite visible signs that both may be suffering from mental-health instability. They claim this omission violates basic legal rights and internationally recognized fair-trial standards.

“The court is pushing for prosecution without confirming their mental capacity. If they are mentally unwell, they cannot defend themselves. This clearly opens the door to a miscarriage of justice,” said a legal observer in Gaalkacyo who spoke on condition of anonymity.

Human-rights groups have repeatedly warned that Puntland’s judicial system lacks adequate mechanisms to assess mental health before prosecution — a requirement in most modern legal systems to determine criminal responsibility.

Pressure of Speed vs. Fairness

The speed of the legal process in this case has also raised eyebrows. The court issued the summons and set the hearing for the very next day, leaving no reasonable time for defense lawyers to prepare or to request medical evaluation.

Legal analysts say that regardless of the seriousness of the allegations, every accused person deserves the right to medical assessment if there are clear signs of psychological instability.

Growing Calls for Fair Trial Safeguards

Activists are calling for:

Immediate psychiatric assessment of both defendants

Postponement of the hearing until mental stability is confirmed

A transparent legal process that respects the Constitutional rights of the accused

If the trial proceeds without professional examination of their mental health, it may set a dangerous precedent for future cases involving vulnerable individuals.

Written by: Dahir Alasow — Investigative Journalist

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24/11/2025

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22/11/2025

Sharif Sheikh Ahmed Condemns Arrest of Community Leader in Mogadishu, Calls for Immediate Release

Mogadishu – Former Somali President and opposition leader Sharif Sheikh Ahmed has strongly condemned the arrest of Nabadoon Cabdirisaaq Nuur Xalane, who was detained today in the Somali capital after speaking out on land-grabs in Mogadishu.

In a forceful post on social media, Sharif stated:

“I condemn in the strongest terms the arbitrary arrest of Nabadoon Cabdirisaaq Nuur Xalane… I call on the senior leadership of the Federal Government to halt these reprehensible actions targeting community elders.”

Sharif described the arrest as part of a troubling pattern that undermines the rule of law and uses security forces for political ends.

Community Leaders Being Targeted

Sharif said the detention illustrated how public institutions were turning against those who defend communal rights:

“We pay taxes; we raise families; we are not enemies of the state. Why are we being singled out?” asked one elder in Mogadishu.

He warned that the arrest damages the government’s standing, both domestically and internationally — especially given ongoing allegations of large-scale land appropriation in the capital.

Legal and Political Repercussions

Sharif Sheikh Ahmed urged the government to immediately free individuals being held without legal cause, citing the need to protect fundamental civil liberties and press freedom.
He called the arrest a “humanitarian crisis” in the making:

“This is not just a policy issue — this is a human issue… communities uprooted, voices silenced.”

What’s Next?

With pressure mounting from civil society and international observers, the Somali government may yet face legal or diplomatic consequences if the arrest leads to further repression of community organizers or media actors. For now, the arrested elder remains in detention while fear and uncertainty intensify among Mogadishu’s civic voices.

Reported by: Dahir Abdulle Alasow
Investigative Journalist – Waagacusub.net

22/11/2025

President Donald Trump Revokes Deportation Protections for Somalis in Minnesota, Sparking Tension and Fear

Washington – U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the immediate cancellation of deportation protections for Somali nationals living in the state of Minnesota, sending shockwaves through one of the largest Somali diaspora communities in the world. In a strongly worded post shared online, President Trump stated: "Somali gangs are terrorizing the people of that great State, and BILLIONS of Dollars are missing. Send them back to where they came from. It's OVER!" The message has triggered widespread fear among Somali immigrants and families in Minnesota, many of whom have lived in the United States for decades and built stable communities.

Washington – U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the immediate cancellation of deportation protections for Somali nationals living in the state of Minnesota, sending shockwaves through one of the largest Somali diaspora communities in the world. In a strongly worded post shared online, Presi...

14/11/2025

Diplomatic Strain Looms After Iran Captures UAE-Bound Tanker
By Dahir Alasow
Investigative Journalist – Sunatimes Media

Tehran, Iran – Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has seized an oil tanker that was reportedly on its way to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to reports by Reuters.

Iranian authorities have not yet provided official details about the reasons behind the seizure, but the incident has drawn regional and international attention, as tensions in Gulf waters remain high.

Maritime Tensions and Diplomatic Balancing

The seizure occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow but crucial waterway through which about a fifth of the world’s oil supply passes. The area has been the scene of several confrontations between Iran and Western-aligned nations in recent years.

Diplomatic observers say this latest development could test the fragile normalization of relations between Tehran and Abu Dhabi.
The UAE has sought to balance its alliance with Western powers and its efforts to maintain dialogue with Iran — a country it continues to trade with despite U.S. sanctions.

“The UAE’s approach has been pragmatic, aiming to reduce regional tensions,” said one Gulf analyst. “But actions like this remind everyone how fragile that balance remains.”

Regional Impact

The incident comes amid broader geopolitical shifts in the Gulf region, where countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE have been re-engaging diplomatically with Iran following years of rivalry.

Experts warn that repeated maritime confrontations could threaten global oil prices and shipping security, especially in a region vital to world energy routes.

As of now, neither Iran’s Foreign Ministry nor UAE authorities have issued statements regarding the status of the vessel or its crew.

Photo Caption: Members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards seen boarding an oil tanker reportedly bound for the UAE –

14/11/2025

Ambassador Jamal Bakar Appointed as Ethiopia’s Envoy to the United Arab Emirates

By Dahir Alasow
Investigative Journalist – Waagacusub Media

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The Government of Ethiopia has appointed Ambassador Jamal Bakar, a native of the Somali Regional State, as the country’s new Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Ambassador Jamal, who hails from Ethiopia’s Somali Region, is among several new diplomatic appointees named as part of the government’s recent reshuffle aimed at strengthening Ethiopia’s foreign relations with Gulf nations.

The appointment is seen as a move to enhance Ethiopia’s engagement with the UAE — a key partner in trade, investment, and regional security.

Ambassador Jamal Bakar previously served in various government and diplomatic capacities and is widely respected for his experience in regional affairs and international cooperation.