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May 19, 2024 · Mogadishu’s port was extended in the late 1960s. There is an international airport 5 miles (8 km) west of Mogadishu. During the 1980s and ’90s, civil war in Somalia caused widespread destruction. The mayhem spurred a United States-led military operation in 1992–93 mounted as part of a wider international humanitarian and peacekeeping effort.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
2 days ago · The Battle of Mogadishu (Somali: Maalintii Rangers, lit. 'Day of the Rangers'), also known as the Black Hawk Down Incident, was part of Operation Gothic Serpent.It was fought on 3–4 October 1993, in Mogadishu, Somalia, between forces of the United States—supported by UNOSOM II—against the forces of the Somali National Alliance (SNA) and armed irregulars of south Mogadishu.
May 16, 2024 · Somali security officers hold position on their open trucks near Syl Hotel, the scene of an al Qaeda-linked Al Shabaab group's attack in Mogadishu, Somalia March 15, 2024. Somalia's climate crisis security nexus is a complex issue exacerbated by environmental challenges, social upheaval and ...
1 day ago · The capital, Mogadishu, is located just north of the Equator on the Indian Ocean. Somalia is a country of geographic extremes. The climate is mainly dry and hot, with landscapes of thornbush savanna and semidesert, and the inhabitants of Somalia have developed equally demanding economic survival strategies. Apart from a mountainous coastal zone ...
2 days ago · Mogadishu – The Acting Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Somalia and Head of the UN Assistance Mission for Somalia (UNSOM), James Swan, arrived in Mogadishu today. Mr. Swan’s focus will be to support the Federal Government of Somalia and the Somali people to advance their peace, security, development and state-building priorities. UN Secretary-General António Guterres ...
17 hours ago · 41 Facts About MOGADISHU. When it comes to iconic cities that have both a rich history and a captivating present, Mogadishu stands out as a true gem. As the capital and largest city of Somalia, Mogadishu has a story to tell that spans centuries of trade, tradition, and resilience. Situated on the coastline of the Indian Ocean, this vibrant city ...
May 11, 2024 · Mogadishu – Among the many challenges that Somalia is grappling with on its path to peace and stability is climate change. Climate shocks have greatly impacted Somalia as it deals with other challenges on the security and humanitarian fronts. They often add another layer of complication to already-difficult issues. However, there is growing recognition among Somalis that they themselves need ...
