Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed remains unable to turn his goal of Red Sea access into concrete results, with alternative routes through Somaliland, and the Ankara Declaration unfulfilled. Opposition from…
Ahmed Diriye has led Al-Shabaab since 2014, maintaining its strength through territorial control, coercive recruitment, and an estimated $100 million annual revenue. Under Diriye, Al-Shabaab has adapted to U.S. airstrikes…
Somali President Mohamud's initial success in the war against Al-Shabaab has faltered, with the group regaining key territories and launching new attacks. Mohamud’s administration is losing support from key actors…
Somalia accuses Kenya of violating its sovereignty. Security clashes and maritime borders have damaged relations. Neither countries can afford the dispute as they share long land borders and have strong…