Pensioner loses £20k to fake doctor romance scam
A vulnerable 72-year-old woman lost her life savings to a sophisticated online romance scam after being 'love-bombed' by a man posing as a humanitarian doctor in Somalia.
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African Union completes Mogadishu withdrawal after 17 years
In a landmark security transition, African Union peacekeepers have withdrawn from key military bases in Mogadishu, handing control to Somali forces amid ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
WFP halts Somalia food aid after massive theft uncovered
The World Food Programme suspends aid operations in Somalia following the discovery of large-scale food theft, leaving vulnerable populations at risk as investigations begin.
Phil Mickelson sparks fury with Ilhan Omar Somalia comment
Golfing legend Phil Mickelson faces a fierce backlash after launching a bizarre political attack on Democrat Ilhan Omar, bizarrely invoking her Somali heritage and drawing condemnation from across the political spectrum.
British Man Detained in Nairobi on Terror Charges
The family of a British-Kenyan man, detained in Nairobi for over a year on terror allegations linked to Somalia, is pleading for UK government intervention, claiming a severe miscarriage of justice.
Ethiopia's PM rejects Kenya mediation in Somaliland row
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has publicly rejected Kenya's offer to mediate the escalating diplomatic crisis with Somalia over a controversial Red Sea port agreement with Somaliland, deepening regional tensions.
Nuneaton asylum seeker: 'Somalia is safer' amid protests
An asylum seeker in the small Midlands town of Nuneaton has made a desperate plea, claiming he felt safer in war-torn Somalia, as tensions over the UK's immigration policy reach a boiling point with nightly protests.
UN Warns of ISIS Resurgence with New Strength in Africa
A chilling UN security report reveals Islamic State is regrouping, with its epicentre now in Africa. Despite leadership losses, the terror group poses a severe and evolving global threat, exploiting local conflicts for growth.
Mogadishu floods displace 100,000+
Torrential rains in Somalia's capital have triggered catastrophic flooding, leaving tens of thousands homeless and major infrastructure destroyed. Authorities warn of worsening conditions as humanitarian crisis unfolds.
Al-Shabaab attack kills African Union soldiers in Mogadishu
A fierce battle erupted in Mogadishu as Al-Shabaab militants launched an assault on African Union forces, resulting in multiple casualties. The attack highlights ongoing security challenges in Somalia.
British ISIS supporter convicted for Somalia attack plot
A UK man, Muhammad Billal, has been found guilty of planning a gun attack in Somalia on behalf of ISIS. The 23-year-old from west London faces life imprisonment for his extremist activities.
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