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On World Press Freedom Day, please read the statement by High Representative @kajakallas on behalf of the EU👇

On #WorldPressFreedomDay, I recognize the vital role of a free and responsible media in strengthening governance and public trust. Supporting journalists is essential to building resilient institutions and an informed society in the East African Community and beyond. @EastAfrica

The late Hibad Ali Dasar and all local heroes who defied Al-Shabab’s terror represent the courage and dignity of the Somali people.

They are killed for telling the truth about Palestine.

A free, independent press is a foundation for peace and justice. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, shaped by AI, credible journalism can counter disinformation and foster understanding. On #WorldPressFreedomDay, we reaffirm that freedom of expression, ethical use of technology and the safety of journalists are essential to peaceful societies.

🇬🇧 Ambassador to Somalia speaks on the latest political developments in Somalia

Journalism shapes peace. Access to reliable, verified information is not optional; it is fundamental to building peaceful, just and resilient societies. When information is manipulated, it fuels division and erodes trust. When it is free and truthful, it strengthens accountability, fosters dialogue and upholds human rights. On #WorldPressFreedomDay, @UNESCO calls for the protection of freedom of expression and support for journalism as a pillar of peace. unesco.org/en/days/press-…

Let the press be Free. Let the truth reign #worldpressfreedomindex

Let the truth be told, let the press be free. 📰 Journalists hold power to account, uncover injustice, and keep citizens informed often at great personal risk. This #WorldPressFreedomDay, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting journalists and defending independent media. Because free press is the foundation of democracy.

Genocidal Israel is a terrorist state.

Global Sumud Flotilla activists have arrived in Istanbul after Israeli forces intercepted their Gaza-bound aid convoy at sea, with organisers saying they were mistreated in detention.

@EU_in_Somalia welcomes President @HassanSMohamud invitation to the Future Council. In the interest of all Somalis, all sides should participate constructively and agree a concrete way forward . The 🇪🇺 is ready to support such Somali efforts to resolve outstanding issues.

@somalipubagenda @SPAPolicyLab @Aweis_ahmedsom @ChathamHouse @AfricaProg @SNForg Big congratulations, @Aweis_ahmedsom Delighted to see you join @ChathamHouse as an SNF Visiting Fellow, well deserved. Wishing you a brilliant year in 🇬🇧

Pleased to share that our @SPAPolicyLab Director @aweis_ahmedsom joins @ChathamHouse’s Africa Programme (@AfricaProg) as an @SNForg Visiting Fellow and will be based in London for one year. While at Chatham House, Aweis will conduct policy-relevant research on Somalia’s international and regional relations in a shifting global order, with the aim of supporting Somalia’s contributions to global governance. The research outputs will be jointly published by Chatham House and Somali Public Agenda. The fellowship builds on the Chatham House Africa Programme’s success in hosting visiting fellows from Mozambique and Sierra Leone between 2023 and 2025, whose work focused on supporting their countries as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council.

Had matcha w David Beckham wbu

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Middle East: Despite a fragile ceasefire, the economic consequences of the ongoing crisis continue to worsen, @antonioguterres has warned. “The whole of humanity is paying the price," he said, adding: “The pain will be felt for a long time to come.” un.org/sg/en/content/…

Full moon in bloom 🌕🌸 Look up tonight to see the first full moon of May, the Flower Moon, in the night sky! Where will you be moongazing from?