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Iran war briefing: Trump meets with national security over Tehran peace plan

Donald Trump discussed Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the Middle East conflict with his national security team on Monday, but a US official told Reuters that the President “doesn’t love the proposal” as he wants a peace plan to address Iran’s nuclear programme. The conflict…

The Independent UK

Donald Trump Quietly Oversees Record-Breaking 58 Bombing Strikes In Somalia Amid Public Focus On Iran War

The Trump administration has conducted 58 airstrikes in Somalia in 2026 targeting al-Shabaab and ISIS-Somalia, potentially a record, raising concerns over civilian impact and strategy.

International Business Times UK

East African Community’s expansion has triggered financial troubles: why solutions come with risks

The East African Community is one of Africa’s oldest regional economic organisations. Its birth in 1967 was the culmination of decades of economic ties forged in the colonial era between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. It’s no surprise that the EAC is also the most deeply integrated regional entity.

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Londoner in court accused of leading platoon in Islamist terror group Al-Shabaab

London-born Jermaine Grant, 43, allegedly attended Al-Shabaab commando training camps and took part in a number of battles in Somalia

Evening Standard

China’s military support for Somalia is on the rise – what Taiwan and Somaliland have to do with it

China recently pledged to expand military support to Somalia in its fight against al-Shabaab militants. Beijing has promised equipment, training and closer security cooperation with Mogadishu. This marks a shift from China’s traditionally cautious and small presence in the country. Brendon J. Cannon has researched how external powers – including…

The Conversation

$1bn, a bride or a breakup: Uganda general’s bizarre ultimatum to Turkey

Uganda's army chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has ignited a diplomatic firestorm by demanding $1 billion and Turkey's most beautiful woman as a wife, threatening to sever ties if his demands aren't met within 30 days. He also accused Ankara of profiting from Somalia while Uganda shoulders the security burden. This follows…

The Times of India

Briton, 43, is charged with directing activities of Islamist terror group Al-Shabaab in Somalia

Jermaine Grant will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Thursday

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British man charged with directing activities of Somali terror group Al-Shabaab

Jermaine Grant is also charged with attending a commando training camp and possessing an AK47

The Independent UK

Somalia on brink of famine as 6.5 million face crisis levels of hunger

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Millions facing hunger and water crisis in Somalia as world focuses on war in Middle East

IN FOCUS: Aid cuts have meant that Somalia narrowly avoided famine at the start of 2026 after a series of climate shocks. The knock-on effects of fighting in Iran and Lebanon mean there is a real risk that it may not be so lucky next time. Nick Ferris reports

The Independent UK

News outlets falsely report Somaliland called for extradition of Ilhan Omar

Reports, based on X post from unofficial account, follow JD Vance’s accusations and threats of finding ‘legal remedies’

The Guardian - US

‘They rob us blind’: 46.9% of Minnesota voters put Donald Trump in office, and this is how he thanks them?

President Donald Trump recently made some incredibly shocking remarks about the Somali community in Minnesota, stating at a Cabinet meeting on March 26, 2026, that “In Minnesota, it’s very Somalia-oriented. These people come from a crooked country, disgusting country, one of the worst countries in the world. They come to…

The Mary Sue

Somalia facing humanitarian crisis with up to 500,000 people needing long-term care

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The Independent UK

How aid cuts are pushing Somalia’s health services to breaking point

IN FOCUS: Around 250,000 people with injuries and disabilities need help or long-term rehabilitation in a country that was already struggling even before the latest rounds of funding cuts by the US, UK and others. Rachel Hagan reports

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Iran conflict impacting Somalia aid for starving families, Unicef says

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The Independent UK

Unicef warns Somali children ‘on the edge’ as Iran war worsens aid crisis

Unicef has warned that children in Somalia are "on the edge" as the most malnourished are too weak to even cry.

The Independent UK

Somali children are 'on the edge' as hunger spreads. UNICEF says Iran war has worsened the crisis

Mothers in a displacement camp in southern Somalia struggle to keep their children alive as drought and aid disruptions deepen hunger, a crisis that now also has a link to the far-away Iran war

The Guardian - UK

Cuts to overseas aid will ultimately hurt Britain

Letters: Readers respond to the news that some of the world’s poorest countries are going to lose aid from the UK

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The Times of India

Give Green Cards to TPS holders: Florida Democrat introduces new bill. Is it possible?

Representative Sheila Cherfilus‑McCormick of Florida introduced a new bill, Respect for Essential Workers Act, which would give Green Card to those who have Temporary Protected Status in the US. This status is for the people of war-torn countries or countries hit by natural disasters who can't stay in their country…

International Business Times UK

Trump Vows to Deploy ICE Agents to US Airports With 'Heavy Emphasis on Somalia' as Shutdown Chaos Deepens

Trump threatened to deploy ICE agents to US airports after 35 days of partial shutdown left 50,000 TSA officers unpaid and security lines stretching to two hours.

The Times of India

'Will put ICE in airports': Trump threatens after bill to fund US homeland security failed

Former President Donald Trump has threatened to deploy ICE agents to airports for security, demanding Democrats agree to fund airport safety. He specifically targeted immigrants from Somalia, blaming them and Minnesota officials for issues in the state. This comes after a Homeland Security funding bill stalled in the Senate, with…

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Ilhan Omar slams Trump over ‘unhinged’ Somalia comments, calls him out for fantasy about ‘sleeping with his own daughter’

The gloves are off.

Radio France Internationale

Under the same sky, climate change brings drought to Somalia and floods to Kenya

For east African neighbours Kenya and Somalia, the effects of climate change are worlds apart, with one country suffering drought and the other deadly flooding.

The Independent UK

US judge pauses termination of deportation protections for some Somali immigrants

A federal judge in Massachusetts is temporarily blocking the Trump administration from ending Temporary Protected Status for Somalis in the U.S. The judge issued an administrative stay on Friday

The Guardian - US

Eswatini says it received more ‘third country’ deportees as part of deal with Trump administration

Two deportees sent to Eswatini were from Somalia, one was from Sudan and another was from Tanzania

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