Israel Concerned Over Turkey's Possible Military Presence in Gaza Disguised as Humanitarian Aid

The Israeli television network i24NEWS has for the first time published a detailed explanation of why Israel strongly opposes any potential Turkish presence inside Gaza. Quoting multiple Israeli security officials, the report claims that Turkey's humanitarian and reconstruction missions often conceal strategic military intentions, including the establishment of intelligence networks and covert military bases in foreign territories....

Syrian President Plays Basketball with U.S. Military Officials, Including CENTCOM Commander

Damascus, Syria — Waagacusub News International - In an unexpected and symbolic public appearance, Syrian President Ahmed Sharac was seen playing basketball with several senior U.S. military officials, including Admiral Brad Cooper, the Commander of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)....

TikTok Taxi Driver in Finland Accused of Harassing Women and Children Online

A Somali taxi driver living in Finland has come under intense scrutiny after multiple reports surfaced accusing him of harassing and verbally abusing women and children — many of them from Canada, Europe, and the United States — during his TikTok Live broadcasts....

Somali Pirates Abandon Oil Tanker Hellas Aphrodite After Failed Attempt to Breach Crew's Safe Room

Mogadishu, Somalia – November 7, 2025: A group of Somali gunmen who hijacked the oil tanker Hellas Aphrodite have reportedly abandoned the vessel after failing to gain access to the secured area where 24 crew members had barricaded themselves....

Alasow Foundation Launches Major Humanitarian Project to Drill 100 Water Wells Across Somalia

The Alasow Foundation, a non-profit humanitarian organization headquartered in the Netherlands, has officially launched a landmark project to drill 100 water wells across Somalia. The initiative, funded entirely through community donations and diaspora contributions, aims to combat severe water scarcity in rural and pastoral regions affected by drought....

Building the Future of Somalia's Coastline - Waagacusub Real Estate

Waagacusub Real Estate is proud to announce the development of new modern residential communities across Somalia's most beautiful coastal regions, including Jazeera Beach, Ceel Macaan, and Hobyo City. These vibrant new neighborhoods, collectively known as Waagacusub Village, are designed to redefine seaside living while promoting sustainable urban growth and investment opportunities in Somalia....

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Somali Clan Divisions Surface as Jacob Frey Wins Third Term in Minneapolis Mayoral Race

Tensions, celebrations, and disappointment have swept across Somali social media circles following the fiercely contested Minneapolis mayoral election, where the race took on deep clan and community undertones among the city's large Somali diaspora....

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Dahir Alasow Congratulates Jacob Frey on Re-Election as Mayor of Minneapolis

Minneapolis, USA -The Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Waagacusub Media Network, Dahir Abdulle Alasow, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Jacob Frey following his re-election as the Mayor of Minneapolis....

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American Muslims Make History as Zohran Mamdani and Ghazala Hashmi Achieve Landmark Victories

New York, USA - American Muslims have made political history once again — this time at the very heart of the United States — after Zohran Mamdani was elected as the Mayor of New York City, defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa in a landslide victory....

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Europe Jails Corrupt Leaders, Africa Celebrates Them

In Europe, any politician caught taking bribes or misusing public funds faces swift justice and imprisonment, regardless of status or power. But in Somalia — and much of Africa — the story is tragically different: Those who steal, manipulate elections, or take foreign money to buy power are often celebrated as "political lions."...

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Somalia: Land Grabbing Crisis Deepens in Mogadishu as Women and Children Bear the Brunt

A new wave of forced evictions and illegal land grabbing is devastating communities across Mogadishu, displacing thousands of residents — many of them women and children — and exposing deep corruption within local political and security structures. Residents from the Hawiye clans, particularly Habargidir, Abgaal, and Murusade, say their homes have been demolished without court orders or compensation. Armed men, often escorted by government vehicles, have been accused of clearing land in prime neighborhoods for private investors and politically connected businessmen....

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ICG Calls on EU to Step In and Resolve Somalia's Election Deadlock

The International Crisis Group (ICG) has urged the European Union (EU) to play a more proactive role in ending Somalia's escalating political standoff, warning that prolonged instability could undo years of fragile progress and allow Al-Shabab to regain strength....

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AI's Growing Shadow: Why Journalists Must Stay Vigilant in the Age of Synthetic News

Although artificial intelligence (AI) currently plays only a small role in fact-checking, its potential to generate highly convincing fake news remains deeply concerning. Experts warn that as AI tools become more powerful and accessible, journalists and fact-checkers must remain alert—especially during elections, when misinformation can most easily distort public opinion....

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Waagacusub Media: A Legacy of Independent Journalism

Waagacusub Media: The Most Trusted Voice of Independent Journalism in East Africa For over two decades, Waagacusub Media has stood as a pillar of integrity, truth, and independence in East Africa's media landscape. Established in 2003, the organization has earned a distinguished reputation as the most trusted source of independent news and information, serving Somali and global audiences with credibility and courage....

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