By Mohamed Abdi Idiris In recent years, the strategic importance of the Red Sea has grown dramatically. Once viewed primarily as a vital shipping corridor connecting Europe and Asia, the …
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War in the Gulf, ripples in the Red Sea: Somaliland as the strategic cente
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterThe escalating confrontation between the United States and Israel on one side, and Iran on the other, is not confined to the Gulf. Its tremors reach the Red Sea, a …
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Somaliland and Israel reshape the Red Sea
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Mohamed Abdi Idiris The Red Sea has never been just water. It is a corridor of history, commerce, faith, and power. From ancient trade routes to modern energy shipments, …
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Nurse to nation-builder, Somaliland’s honorary ‘first lady’ hails ‘natural’ ties with Israel
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterAt 88, former Somaliland foreign minister Edna Adan Ismail bubbles with enthusiasm about Israel’s landmark recognition of the state in December. “I’m so glad that we can openly say the …
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In Somaliland, a bowl of food opens school doors for girls
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterIn drought-affected Somaliland, daily meals eaten at school are nourishing more than bodies and minds. With food on the table, children — especially girls — are returning to school, families …
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Ethiopia top businessmen keen to invest in Somaliland
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterThe minister of the ministry of trade and tourism of the republic of Somaliland, Adirahman Hassan Nuur has welcomed Ethiopian business community to invest in Somaliland. This was after he …
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Ethiopia “cornered” in dispute with Somalia over MoU with Somaliland, says former president Bihi
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterFormer Somaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi has said that Ethiopia backed away from implementing a controversial agreement granting it access to the Red Sea due to mounting international pressure, particularly …
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Somaliland recognition for forced transfer of Palestinians? ‘Not worth it’
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Mohamed Gabobe In recent months, the small East African coastal region of Somaliland has been making international headlines after several high-profile Republicans in the United States endorsed a bill to recognise it as …
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Puntland and Somaliland to exchange prisoners in landmark move
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterPuntland and Somaliland are expected to exchange prisoners on Wednesday as a sign to normalise their relations. Sources close to the Puntland presidency have confirmed that nine prisoners currently held …