Mogadishu (HOL) — Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed accused the federal government on Monday of failing to rebuild the Somali National Army after its defeat in Cowsweyne, calling the loss a turning point that exposed divisions within the country’s security institutions.

ANKARA, Turkey (HOL) — Twenty-eight Somali students have received government scholarships to study in Azerbaijan, the Somali Embassy in Ankara announced Tuesday.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar acknowledged India's refusal of third-party mediation for the ceasefire established on May 10. Dar stated that India insists on bilateral talks, a stance reiterated during a meeting in Washington. He emphasized Pakistan's openness to dialogue, while noting India's reluctance.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, addressing the Combined Commanders’ Conference 2025, urged the Armed Forces to prepare for modern warfare, including information and biological threats. He emphasized technology adoption and self-reliance, calling for a 'Sudarshan Chakra' strategy. Singh highlighted the 'JAI' mantra (Jointness, Aatmanirbharta, Innovation) for military modernization and cited Operation Sindoor as an example of India's growing indigenous capabilities.

Actor Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has strongly condemned Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks promoting Hindi, viewing it as an imposition that undermines federalism. The party argues that prioritizing Hindi in government administration disregards the nation's linguistic diversity and goes against the spirit of inclusivity. TVK urges Shah to retract his statement emphasizing Hindi's role in a self-reliant India.

The Supreme Court has mandated the Maharashtra government and State Election Commission to conduct local body elections by January 31, 2026. The court has instructed authorities to complete the delimitation exercise by October 10 this year.

The Asia Cup handshake controversy escalated after India skipped the customary exchange with Pakistan, drawing political reactions. Shahid Afridi criticised PM Modi, praising Rahul Gandhi, while BJP's Amit Malviya questioned Gandhi's loyalties. The PCB filed a complaint with the ICC, alleging misconduct by the match referee, and threatened withdrawal from the Asia Cup 2025.

India's political and sports scenes were buzzing, highlighted by a Rahul Gandhi-Shahid Afridi controversy after the Asia Cup clash, drawing BJP's ire and Congress's defense. Operation Sindoor's impact on Maulana Masood Azhar's family was revealed by a JeM commander. In other news, the Puja Khedkar case took a turn, and Apollo Tyres became Team India's jersey sponsor until 2027.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar acknowledged India's refusal of third-party mediation for the ceasefire established on May 10. Dar stated that India insists on bilateral talks, a stance reiterated during a meeting in Washington. He emphasized Pakistan's openness to dialogue, while noting India's reluctance.

Au Gabon, la lutte contre le Vih/Sida demeure un défi urgent de santé publique, particulièrement pour la jeunesse, véritable relève de la Nation. Les chiffres sont préoccupants : sur une population nationale estimée à 2,39 millions d'habitants, environ 51 000 vivent avec le Vih/Sida. Parmi eux, 1 844 jeunes âgés de 15 à 24 ans, dont 1 010 filles et 737 garçons sont déjà touchés. Chaque année, près de 1 800 décès liés au virus sont enregistrés. Le Rev. Pasteur John Jerry Onanga Mbourou, (...) - SOCIETE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Fantastic Four star Ioan Gruffudd's ugly feud with his ex-wife Alice Evans is headed for a knock-down, drag-out court trial that could last almost two weeks.

The victim is said to have first been contacted on Facebook last year by a man who claimed he was working offshore.

Video obtained by TMZ shows what appears to be Tyler Robinson walking towards Utah Valley University around 8am last Wednesday, about four hours before Charlie Kirk was shot.

The ITV presenter, 48, made the confession on the breakfast show on Tuesday and explained that many viewers had called on her to quit after she aired her views on the rallies in central London.

Follow the Daily Mail's liveblog for all the latest updates today as the Duchess of Kent's funeral is held at Westminster Cathedral, with senior Royal Family members in attendance. 

TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), in cooperation with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), has held a workshop on the vital importance of rehabilitation.

TEHRAN – The Iranian anti-narcotics police have seized 11.859 tons of narcotics in the southeastern Sistan-Baluchestan province since the beginning of the current Iranian year (March 21), the commander of border guards, Ahmad Ali Goudarzi, has said.

TEHRAN – An Iranian delegation will participate in the 4th International Telecommunications and Information Technology Exhibition and Conference (ITEX), scheduled to take place from September 25 to 28 in Baghdad, Iraq.

TEHRAN – The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations and Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (MUMS) have signed a letter of agreement (LoA) to strengthen procedures for how saffron is tested, processed, and marketed.

The video platform’s ownership will reportedly be transferred to a consortium of American investors to avoid being banned in the country Read Full Article at RT.com

Speaking ahead of the Duchess's funeral at Westminster Cathedral on Tuesday, pianist and singer Adam O'Shea said her mentoring was key for his own progression in music.

Grocery prices at supermarkets in Britain were 4.9 per cent higher than a year ago in the four weeks to September 7, according to market research firm Worldpanel by Numerator.

Originaire du Haut-Ogooué, Pascal Oyougou effectue ses études primaires et secondaires à l'École Saint-Hilaire de Franceville, au Collège Saint-Dominique de Moanda, puis au Collège Monseigneur Bessieux. Il poursuit ensuite sa formation supérieure à l'École Nationale Supérieure des Ingénieurs de Libreville (ENSIL) de l'Université Omar Bongo (UOB), où il se spécialise en électromécanique. Ingénieur électromécanicien de formation, il cumule plus de 31 ans d'expérience dans l'aviation (...) - PORTRAIT / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Lambaréné, 13 septembre 2025 – Dans une atmosphère empreinte de solidarité et d'engagement social, le Dr Séraphin Akure Davain, actuel Ministre de la Justice, Garde des Sceaux, Chargé des Droits Humains, a procédé à une remise de kits scolaires au bénéfice des enfants du 2e arrondissement de la ville de Lambaréné. Cette initiative s'inscrit dans une dynamique de proximité et d'écoute, à quelques jours des élections législatives prévues le 27 septembre prochain, pour lesquelles le (...) - SOCIAL / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

The Environmental and Natural Resources Appeals Board has rejected a request from environmental organizations to halt preparatory construction work for the Hvammsvirkjun power plant.

The operation to occupy what is believed to be the last remaining Hamas stronghold has been confirmed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Read Full Article at RT.com

West Jerusalem has rejected the accusation, slamming the body as a “Hamas proxy” and calling for its abolition Read Full Article at RT.com

A “rollback” in peace efforts is being driven by “rabid militarists” in Europe, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov has said   Read Full Article at RT.com

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[allAfrica] A Zambian court has sentenced Leonard Phiri from Zambia and Jasten Mabulesse Candunde from Mozambique to two years in prison for attempting to use witchcraft to kill President Hakainde Hichilema.

The cottage in County Mayo has been placed on the market for £300k and clearly continues to have a special place in the Oasis brothers' hearts.

One migrant who arrived in Britain last month had been due to be sent back aboard a scheduled flight to Paris on Monday afternoon. But the removal under the 'one in, one out' deal was abandoned.

Shocking videos claim to show a meteorite which has sprouted a giant organism with tentacles which have been growing uncontrollably.

Since catapulting to fame on BBC show The Apprentice back in 2017, Thomas Skinner has portrayed himself in public as a successful 'cheeky chappie' businessman.