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The European Union has launched a new maritime mission in the Red Sea aimed at securing trade corridors and curbing irregular migration. The mission, dubbed Operation Seabound, began operations on April 11, with naval deployments from Italy, France, and Spain. The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, stated that the mission will support regional stability without violating the territorial waters of coastal nations. “We are protecting international waters and supply chains, not engaging in military escalation,” he said. The move comes amid escalating regional tensions and increased attacks on commercial vessels by militant groups near the Bab el-Mandeb…

Somalia expressed disappointment with the African Union’s failure to issue a firm resolution against Ethiopia’s naval base agreement with Somaliland. The AU’s Peace and Security Council meeting on April 11 ended without consensus.Somalia’s AU envoy, Ali Said Fiqi, argued that “silence emboldens illegality.” He invoked the Ankara Declaration in his speech, reminding member states that territorial integrity is non-negotiable.The African Union only issued a general statement urging dialogue. Member states like Nigeria and South Africa backed Somalia, while others such as Rwanda and Ethiopia called for neutrality.The Somali government warned it may suspend its annual AU contributions if the body…

Somalia and Qatar signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement in Doha on April 10, strengthening political, economic, and defense ties amid growing instability in the Horn of Africa.Foreign Minister Ali Omar Balad praised Qatar’s support during times of crisis. “Our partnership is grounded in shared values and regional peace,” he said. The deal includes maritime training, humanitarian assistance, and port development.Qatar pledged $50 million in reconstruction aid, focusing on coastal infrastructure and logistics. The funds will also support the Somali Coast Guard in safeguarding commercial waters.The two nations reaffirmed their commitment to principles outlined in the Ankara Declaration, particularly the respect…

In a significant move reflecting deepening military ties, Somalia hosted Turkish naval vessels at Mogadishu Port on April 9. The Somali government hailed the presence as “a symbol of trust, partnership, and mutual defense.”Defense Minister Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur highlighted that the collaboration is rooted in the Ankara Declaration, which laid the foundation for strategic cooperation between Somalia and Turkey. “This is the practical application of that vision,” he said.The Turkish navy is conducting joint maritime drills with Somali forces and offering naval training to local personnel. The training program is being managed through TURKSOM, Turkey’s military base in Somalia.President Hassan…

To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…

To understand the new politics stance and other pro nationals of recent times, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. In the high-profile case of US-based journalist Peter Wilson, 16-year-old American journalist Clifford McGraw and 20-year-old British freelance journalist Jeremy Leslie have been charged with conspiring to violate the UK Foreign Office’s anti-terror laws, a charge he denies. On Monday, UK attorney Andy McDonald revealed that he had spoken. “Few worry about catching Covid anymore, as it’s just a matter of time before they do,” says Tea, a teacher at a school for…