A general view shows the Mogadishu Sea Port after an Egyptian warship docked to deliver a second major cache of weaponry in Mogadishu

Ethiopia worried over arms shipments to Somalia

Ethiopia’s foreign minister has expressed concerns that the ammunition provided to Somalia may intensify conflict and potentially be redirected to terrorist groups, as reported by the state news agency on Tuesday. This warning followed the arrival of an Egyptian warship in Mogadishu, which delivered heavy weaponry, marking the second arms shipment within a month after Egypt and Somalia established a joint security agreement in August. … Continue reading Ethiopia worried over arms shipments to Somalia

A general view shows the Mogadishu Sea Port after an Egyptian warship docked to deliver a second major cache of weaponry in Mogadishu

Egyptian vessel transported more weapons to Somalia, officials say

An Egyptian naval vessel has transported a significant shipment of armaments to Somalia, which includes anti-aircraft artillery and other weaponry, according to statements from port and military officials on Monday. This action is expected to heighten tensions between Somalia and Egypt, as well as with Ethiopia. This year, the relationship between Egypt and Somalia has strengthened due to their mutual distrust of Ethiopia, leading Cairo … Continue reading Egyptian vessel transported more weapons to Somalia, officials say

European & Muslim countries gather in Spain to discuss Palestinian statehood

Spain convened a high-level meeting on Friday with several Muslim and European nations to discuss strategies for ending the Gaza conflict, emphasizing the need for a definitive timeline for the international community to implement a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian issue. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares stated, “We gather to advocate for an end to the violence in Gaza and to find a resolution … Continue reading European & Muslim countries gather in Spain to discuss Palestinian statehood

Lockheed Martin announces that Egypt will receive its first two Super Hercules aircraft

The Egyptian armed forces are advancing with the acquisition of their first two C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters from Lockheed Martin, marking Egypt as the 23rd operator of this aircraft, as announced by the company today. Rod McLean, vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin’s Air Mobility and Maritime Missions division, stated, “It is an honor to welcome Egypt to the global fleet of … Continue reading Lockheed Martin announces that Egypt will receive its first two Super Hercules aircraft