Africa
In Red Sea crisis, Somaliland seizes leverage for US recognition
The North African country has grasped an opening, sending President Irro to Washington last week to make the case
September 23, 2026
The North African country has grasped an opening, sending President Irro to Washington last week to make the case
Bandits off the Horn of Africa have taken advantage of the deteriorating security sitauation, attacking at least 15 ships this year
At the president's request, Congress extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act through 2028. Now comes the hard part.
Ongoing security crises are testing Massad Boulos’ peace initiative
The US has no plan for dealing with the complex rivalries that threaten its strategy in the region
The agreement reportedly bypassed Somalia's central government, raising questions about the country's already fraying federal system.
