Clarifications on the ICJ’s ruling because it’s already being misrepresented. The ICJ did not make any ruling on the merits of Sudan’s case against the UAE. It ruled that it did not have jurisdiction to hear the case because the UAE registered a Reservation to Article 9 of the

The Somali Judge Abdulqawi Ahmed Yusuf expressed strong dissent regarding the International Court of Justice's decision in Sudan v. UAE, which ruled that it lacked jurisdiction to hear Sudan's case under the Genocide Convention. Key points from his dissent include: 1. He

🌍How can culture enhance the legitimacy of #IHL? A new #EmergingVoices article explores how #Somali literary traditions like Sugaanta Soomaaliyeed can ground humanitarian law in local narratives. Hence, it strengthens its impact. 🔗 Read more here: bit.ly/4mJtilf

Very excited to have contributed to the #EmergingVoices series with this piece on how Somali poetic traditions / literature (Sugaanta Soomaaliyeed) can enhance the local legitimacy of #IHL. #Somalia #ICRC #poetry

Congrats to Ayan Abdirashid Ali on your insightful piece, exploration of Somali oral traditions, like Sugaanta Soomaaliyeed, & their role in mitigating conflict is truly inspiring. Thanks 4 shedding light on this cultural narratives & their legitimacy to #IHL bit.ly/4mJtilf

Sheikh Maher Al-Muaiqly: Congratulations to you, pilgrims to the Sacred House of Allah, for your Lord has chosen you to show off to His angels.

Some thoughts on the law applicable to the Iran-Israel War and the dangers of what I call International Hasbara Law (IHL). First let’s establish some groundwork 🧵

Madaxweyen Xasan Sheekh iyo Calan saarka 🇸🇴

On this day in 1960, we honor the legacy of President Aden Abdulle Osman, General Daud Abdulle and General Hussein Kulmiye, may they rest in peace. A historic moment when Northern Somalia gained independence from colonial rule. Happy Independence Day 🇸🇴❤️

A breathtaking moment from the June 26 celebration and the honoring at the Dhagaxtuur site.

“Amazingly, without any social media, without any mobile and telephone devices, the SYL would meet in Mogadishu to talk about a dream… 17 years later, the Somali Republic was born”. There is a lot to learn from our forefathers! #Somalia horumar.blog/2021/05/16/for…

#Somalia commemorated the 65th anniversary of its independence.

For the friends in London, don’t miss out! A timely and necessary intervention by Prof. Baadiyow. “Somalia: A State in Search of Exceptional Leadership” launches in London. A rare chance to engage with ideas that speak to Somalia’s past, present, and political future. #Somalia

#Somalia does not need a structural reset; it needs a reinvigorated and honest commitment to the unfinished work of constitutional federalism.  'The Mirage of Confederalism: Why Somalia Must Reform Its Federation, Not Abandon It' on WardheerNews website wardheernews.com/the-mirage-of-…

Check out my latest opinion on Wardheer. Walaaloyaal midnimo should not be up for debate! Midnimada lagama doodo, waa la dhowraa! Midnimo waa daawo, kala tag waa cudur! Let’s reform what exists, not romanticise disunion.👇Wardheernews

12 July, 2025, waxaa ka dhacday London baal-furka buuga" Somalia:A State in Search of Exceptional Leadership". Buugaas oo muddo badan la sugayay, nuskhada Engiriiska iyo Carabi. Buugaas waxaa laga heli karaa Amazon, dhawaanna waxaa laga helidoonaa magaalooyinka Muqdisho, Hargaysa

Our deep thanks to all who attended 'Two Events, Two Weeks: Critical Horizons in Somali Thought'. With profound insights from محمود أبو احمد and Ibrahim Hirsi 🛡️ —early Islamic governance to Hadraawi’s intellectual legacy—spurring the Somali imagination towards authentic healing futures

Update: Nicaragua v. Germany at the ICJ On 21 July, Nicaragua submitted its Memorial in line with the time limit set by the CIJ_ICJ in its Order of 19 July 2024. Nicaragua submits that Germany has failed to fulfill its duty to guarantee respect for international humanitarian