The Special Operations Republic: How the U.S. Is Building a New Somalia Without Mogadishu
Somalia is now managed primarily as a specialized security theater, hollowing out Mogadishu's monopoly on the legitimate use of force—the foundational attribute of any sovereign state.
Shadows Over Mudug: History, Clan Diplomacy, and the End of the PSF
The city of Galkayo, the capital of the Mudug region, which has historically been an arena for political and clan power struggles, this week hosted one of the most severe…
Ethiopia on the Brink: Shererina Clashes Signal Collapse of Pretoria Accord
The heavy fighting that erupted in western Tigray before dawn on Saturday has entered its fourth day, with the front line settling into an uneasy, fragile calm as of Tuesday…
Political Self-Sabotage: Somalia’s Opposition Has Run Out of Road
Somali politics is at a critical juncture where political opposition groups, led by certain regional states and the coalition of the Somali Future Council, are waging an intense campaign to…
How Africa Can Stop Absorbing the World’s Crises
The next crisis is impossible to predict. It may stem from a geopolitical flashpoint, a currency fluctuation, a climate event, or an unforeseen conflict. Its origin matters less than the…
Puntland’s Precipice: When Federalism Meets Gunfire
By the dusty roads of Laag, thirty kilometers from the strategic port city of Bosaso, the abstract concept of federalism has met the harsh reality of gunfire.
The New Red Sea Frontline: How the War on Iran is Redrawing Somalia’s Geopolitical Map
The catalyst for the current regional realignment is the unprecedented strangulation of global maritime trade, driven by the broader outbreak of the U.S.-Iran conflict.
The Dark Side of the 2026 World Cup: Greed, Politics, and Controversy
As the final whistle blew on the most financially lucrative FIFA Men's World Cup in history—generating a staggering $15 billion in revenue—the on-field glory of Spain's victory was deeply overshadowed…
Who Owns Somalia’s Security?
Washington's decision to cut AUSSOM funding while preserving bilateral support for Danab misunderstands modern warfare.