Somaliland has ordered all undocumented foreign nationals to leave the country within 10 days. This directive specifically includes illegal immigrants from Somalia. Those who stay after the deadline face legal action and deportation.
Somaliland's foreign minister, Abdirahman Dahir Adan, said during talks in Jerusalem that military cooperation with Israel is not ruled out in the future. He spoke as the two sides deepen their ties, which have been expanding rapidly. The comment signals that the relationship could extend beyond diplomatic and economic areas.
The Spectator argues that Britain should formally recognize Somaliland as an independent state. The article contrasts Somaliland's stability with Somalia's chaos, noting Hargeisa's calm and functional governance. It suggests that acknowledging Somaliland would be a pragmatic move.
The United States is strengthening its security partnership with Kenya through a $750,000 investment in naval capabilities. This comes amid rising tensions in the Indian Ocean. A recent visit by Wikoff aimed to solidify ties with the Kenya Defence Forces and Navy, focusing on counterterrorism and other security issues.
Critics warn that President Trump's executive order on citizenship verification and mail-in ballot restrictions could hurt Black voter access. The order, titled 'Ensuring Citizenship Verification and Integrity in Federal Elections', has sparked concern among civil rights advocates. They argue it may create barriers for marginalized communities.