President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has addressed the nation, outlining the government’s rationale for canceling agreements with the United Arab Emirates in defense of Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial unity.

Ethiopia’s intelligence chief has arrived in Mogadishu on an undeclared visit, delivering a message from Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed as security and diplomatic pressures intensify across the Horn of Africa.

Somalia’s federal member states have pushed back against a cabinet decision annulling agreements with the United Arab Emirates, exposing deep divisions over authority, security cooperation, and economic governance.

China has extended an official invitation to Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to visit Beijing and attend the Second China–Arab Summit, signaling deeper political engagement amid evolving regional dynamics in the Horn of Africa.

Somalia’s federal government has formally annulled all agreements with the United Arab Emirates, framing the decision as a constitutional measure to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Yemeni officials condemned Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, reaffirming support for Somalia’s unity and warning against foreign interference in the Horn of Africa.

Somalia officially assumed the rotating presidency of the UN Security Council for January, marking a milestone in its growing diplomatic role and international engagement.

Puntland’s Information Minister reaffirmed support for Somalia’s unity while warning against foreign interference, stressing the need for strong leadership and national cohesion.