Somalia Terminates UAE Agreements Amid Sovereignty Dispute
Somalia cancels all UAE agreements on ports and security, citing sovereignty concerns amid rising tensions over foreign influence in the Horn of Africa.
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Somalia cancels all UAE agreements on ports and security, citing sovereignty concerns amid rising tensions over foreign influence in the Horn of Africa.
China pledges continued support for Somalia’s territorial integrity while opposing separatist collaborations with Taiwan authorities, strengthening bilateral strategic partnership in 2026.
African Union demands Israel revoke Somaliland recognition, citing threats to Somalia’s sovereignty and regional stability in the Horn of Africa.
China strongly opposes Israel’s recognition of Somaliland’s independence, reaffirming support for Somalia’s territorial integrity at a critical UN Security Council meeting.
The Horn of Africa will experience warmer-than-usual temperatures from August to October, with some areas reaching up to 35°C, according to IGAD’s climate agency.
IGAD forecasts above-normal rainfall in the Horn of Africa between June and September, warning of potential impacts on Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, and Sudan.