Former U.S. envoy Larry André warned that swiftly recognizing Somaliland could destabilize the Horn of Africa and damage U.S. regional partnerships. In a policy essay, André cited deep clan divisions ...

According to Gaid, Al-Shabaab is using the instability as a recruitment tool, drawing new fighters from disillusioned and displaced communities. The clashes also underscore deeper flaws in Somalia’s ...

Puntland authorities say nearly 700 foreign fighters have been killed in ongoing operations in the Calmiskaad mountains since ...