Federal MP Sareedo Mohamed alleges she was blocked from traveling to Baidoa earlier on Thursday, claiming her parliamentary immunity has been violated. She calls the obstruction a targeted, racially motivated attack on the South West state administration.

US and Egyptia affirmed their support for Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity, opposing Ethiopia's violations and expansion.

UPDATE: A military helicopter has reportedly crashed outside Mogadishu while on its way to Ballidogle airbase, operated by the US military. All passengers onboard, including three Ugandans, have survived. The cause of the crash is unclear.

Somali police say they've seized 37 AK-47s and 4 BKMs, along with those suspected of being involved in the arms trade. They say anyone engaged in trafficking is considered Al-Shabab, emphasizing the serious threat posed by illegal arms in Mogadishu.

BREAKING: At least four explosions, believed to be mortar rounds, have been heard in Mogadishu.

BREAKING: Sporadic gunfire and a loud siren have been reported near the airport in Mogadishu following the blast of four mortar rounds. Details are still developing. Stay tuned for updates.

Somaliland authorities claim to have arrested two senior Al Shabab members in Hargeisa, alleging they aimed to disrupt the upcoming elections. They said both were trained in Jilib, a town in Middle Jubba region, and are involved in attacks on Ugandan troops with ATMIS.

BREAKING: Somalia's Foreign Ministry accuses Ethiopia of delivering two trucks of weapons to Puntland, calling the "unauthorized arms shipments" a violation of its sovereignty. The Ministry warns this threatens regional stability. No response from Ethiopia over the allegation.

Here is the video of the two trucks carrying weapons from Ethiopia to Puntland.

Egyptian specialized surgical teams have arrived in Mogadishu to carry out free operations for 700 patients at De Martino Public Hospital. This initiative not only enhances healthcare access but also fosters stronger relations between Egypt and Somalia.

Brook Hailu, strategist for PM Abiy Ahmed, claims both Somaliland and Puntland could align with Ethiopia. As a landlocked nation, Ethiopia is eager for sea access, revealing its territorial ambitions. Hailu's remarks emphasize PM Abiy Ahmed's expansionist vision.

Egypt will assist Somalia in boosting its security and military capabilities, as Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed with the US envoy to the Horn of Africa. The meeting also covered plans for a new AU mission aimed at enhancing stability and securing vital trade routes.

Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty says Egypt rejects any unilateral policies undermining Somalia's unity amid tensions over Ethiopia's sea access bid. This follows Egypt’s plans to join a new AU mission in Somalia, raising concerns for Ethiopia about a regional rival close to home.

Somalia’s army chief, Ibrahim Sheikh Muhidin, met with US officials led by Colonel David Haskell to discuss strategies to drive Al Shabab out of Sonalia. The US military's aerial help and training of elite SNA special forces have been vital in fighting the al Qaeda-linked group.

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IGAD's Deputy Executive Secretary, Mohamed Abdi Ware, questions Egypt's 30-year absence and sudden focus on Somalia, noting the lack of familial ties from either Egypt or Ethiopia amid political divisions over Ethiopian troops' presence versus Egypt's planned military buildup in Somalia.

Ethiopia's Foreign Ministry will hold talks at the UNGA with countries contributing troops to ATMIS. This comes as Somalia seeks replacing Ethiopian soldiers with Egyptians in a new AU mission, raising concerns in Ethiopia about a potential regional rival close to home.

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UPDATE: An Egyptian military cargo ship has docked in Mogadishu, unloading heavy artillery and anti-tank weapons. This is the largest military shipment since the UN arms embargo was lifted, marking a significant boost for Somalia’s defense capabilities.

Here are some armored vehicles unloaded from a cargo ship docked in Mogadishu. SNA vehicles were seen hauling artillery tractors and weapons. This marks the largest military shipment since the UN lifted the arms embargo, allowing Somalia unrestricted access to arms.