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Abdi Ali Barkhad

Abdi Ali Barkhad

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Strategic Plan to Reshape Somalia and the Horn of Africa Is Already Underway

According to information obtained from sources reportedly connected to political circles in Mogadishu, a comprehensive strategic plan aimed at...

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The Times of Israel (Blogs)

Abdi Ali Barkhad

To President Donald J. Trump

To His Excellency President Donald Trump, For many years, you spoke openly and critically about the wars in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Libya. You...

09.06.2026 60

The Times of Israel (Blogs)

Abdi Ali Barkhad

Somaliland Reality and the Challenges Facing Somalia

Referring to the article titled “The Horn of Africa Needs Reconciliation, Not New Borders” published on the opinion page of Al Jazeera and written...

03.06.2026 60

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

Is Turkey Alone Enough to Keep Hassan Sheikh in Power?

The political situation in Somalia continues to generate intense debate both within the country and across the Horn of Africa. One of the most...

21.05.2026 50

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

A Strategic Case for Deeper UAE–Somaliland Partnership

The relationship between the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Somaliland represents one of the most underappreciated strategic partnerships in...

03.05.2026 90

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

Geopolitical Competition in the Horn of Africa

In recent years, Western policymakers have devoted significant attention to the regional activities of Iran, particularly in the Middle East. Iran’s...

30.04.2026 70

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

Somaliland’s Territorial Status A Concise Legal and Historical Overview

The territorial status of Somaliland is rooted in a uniquely clear and well-documented colonial boundary regime established by Britain during the...

23.04.2026 50

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

Somaliland’s Strategic Moment: Why the US Can No Longer Afford to Wait

For decades, the Republic of Somaliland has existed in a paradox: a functioning, stable, and democratic polity in one of the world’s most volatile...

23.04.2026 70

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

Statement on Recent Political Narratives and the Resilience of the Republic of Somaliland

The administration in Villa Somalia is currently navigating a period of heightened political and diplomatic strain, particularly following recent...

16.04.2026 30

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

Regional Dynamics in the Gulf of Aden and Implications for Somaliland

This document provides an analytical overview of the evolving geopolitical dynamics in the Gulf of Aden, with particular attention to the roles of...

05.04.2026 70

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

External Military Dynamics and the Future of South-West State

The security and political future of South West State is increasingly shaped by emerging regional rivalries and the growing risk of external military...

21.03.2026 100

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

Political Situation Assessment Report of Somalia (2026)

The political situation in Somalia is deteriorating rapidly and entering a very dangerous phase. Many people never imagined that after the era of...

19.03.2026 80

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Abdi Ali Barkhad

Turkey’s Hidden Agenda in the Horn of Africa

04.02.2026 70

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Abdi Ali Barkhad