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RSF attacks kill over 100 in Sudan's Darfur, forcing thousands to flee
Intensified attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan's North Darfur have resulted in a severe humanitarian crisis. A local relief committee reports more than 103 civilians killed and over 18,000 families displaced after villages were burned near the Chad border. The violence underscores the expanding scale of the conflict as international concern grows.
19 January 2026
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Tunisia's Ennahda leader Ghannouchi marks 1,000 days imprisoned
Rached Ghannouchi, the 84-year-old leader of Tunisia's Ennahda Movement, has spent 1,000 days in detention. In a message from prison, he framed his imprisonment as a test for democracy and urged national unity, while authorities insist his prosecution is criminal, not political.
19 January 2026
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African swine fever outbreak forces mass cull at South Korean farm
South Korean authorities have culled approximately 20,000 pigs and imposed a regional standstill order after confirming a new outbreak of African swine fever. The case in Gangneung city is the first detected in the country in two months, prompting an urgent containment response.
17 January 2026
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UN warns of famine in Sudan as food aid runs out of funding
The World Food Program says its food stocks in Sudan will be depleted by March, risking millions of lives. The agency urgently needs $700 million to continue operations amid a conflict that has displaced 12 million and left 21 million acutely hungry.
16 January 2026
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Ugandans vote in election marred by technical failures, internet shutdown
Uganda's presidential and parliamentary elections were marked by significant delays and technical failures in biometric systems, forcing a switch to manual voting. The poll, in which 81-year-old President Yoweri Museveni seeks a seventh term, also saw a government-ordered internet blackout.
15 January 2026
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China sees moment to deepen strategic trust with African Union
China’s top diplomat Wang Yi says Beijing and the African Union should use the current period to strengthen strategic trust and coordination, arguing that Africa’s development is central to global modernization. Speaking after visits to Ethiopia, Tanzania and Lesotho, he highlighted trade ties, investment needs and China’s willingness to expand institutional cooperation with African partners.
14 January 2026
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Nearly 400 flee Sudanese cities in two days amid ongoing conflict
Nearly 400 civilians have fled the Sudanese cities of Kadugli and Dilling in just two days due to escalating insecurity, according to the UN migration agency. The two cities have been under siege by paramilitary forces since the early stages of the war that began over two years ago.
13 January 2026
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Somalia terminates UAE port security deals over sovereignty breach
Somalia's government has annulled all security and defense agreements with the United Arab Emirates concerning key ports, citing evidence of actions undermining national sovereignty. The cabinet also approved new laws to centralize control over foreign pacts.
12 January 2026
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Somalia cancels all security and defense agreements with UAE
Behind many global instabilities, Israel and the United Arab Emirates often emerge as key actors, collaborating across various domains. Their secret alliance has fueled tensions within the Arab and Muslim worlds, with many observers viewing the UAE’s stance as a betrayal of the principles and nations of the region.
12 January 2026
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Death toll from armed attack on Nigerian market rises to 50
An armed assault on a rural market in Nigeria's Niger state has left at least 50 people dead, according to local reports. The attackers also abducted an unspecified number of individuals and looted food supplies, prompting condemnation from President Bola Tinubu.
05 January 2026
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Somalia assumes UN Security Council presidency for first time in 54 years
Somalia has taken up the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council for the month of January, marking its first time leading the powerful body since 1971-72. The country's ambassador to the UN described the moment as a historic milestone for the nation.
03 January 2026
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Somali president claims Somaliland agreed to host Israeli base, resettle Palestinians
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has alleged that the breakaway region of Somaliland agreed to resettle Palestinians and host an Israeli military base in exchange for Israel's recent recognition of its independence. Mohamud made the claim in an interview with Qatar's Al Jazeera network, citing intelligence reports.
31 December 2025
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Dog earns daily treat from kind shop owner
31 December 2025
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Saudi Arabia rejects Israel-Somaliland recognition, backs Somalia
Saudi Arabia has formally rejected Israel's recognition of Somaliland and reaffirmed its unwavering support for Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Saudi Cabinet declared opposition to any attempt to create parallel entities that undermine Somalia's stability.
31 December 2025
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Somali president praises Türkiye's crucial support amid sovereignty threats
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud expressed profound gratitude for Türkiye's unwavering support as Somalia faces challenges to its territorial integrity. Speaking at a joint press conference with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Istanbul, he emphasized the critical nature of this partnership for his nation's stability and recovery.
30 December 2025
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President Erdogan hosts Somali leader for official talks in Istanbul
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan formally welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to Türkiye on Tuesday for an official visit. The meeting took place at the Presidential Dolmabahce Office in Istanbul, underscoring the deepening strategic partnership between the two nations.
30 December 2025
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Erdogan condemns Israel's recognition of Somaliland as 'illegitimate'
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has denounced Israel's recognition of the breakaway Somaliland region as "illegitimate and unacceptable." He made the statement during a joint press conference in Istanbul with visiting Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Tuesday.
30 December 2025
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Somali president to visit Türkiye for talks on bilateral, security ties
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud will arrive in Türkiye on Tuesday for an official visit at the invitation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The talks are expected to focus on deepening bilateral cooperation and addressing regional security challenges.
29 December 2025
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Egypt seeks AU emergency session against Israeli Somaliland move
Egypt's Foreign Minister has called for an emergency meeting of the African Union's Peace and Security Council to formally reject Israel's recognition of Somaliland. The move follows a similar push by the Arab League, as international condemnation of Israel's decision grows.
29 December 2025
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