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Türkiye Sends 3,000 Tons of Humanitarian Aid to Somalia via “Ship of Kindness”

A humanitarian aid ship loaded with 3,000 tons of relief supplies prepared by Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD)

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Celebrations Held in Mogadishu After Signing of Türkiye–Somalia Defense and Economic Cooperation Agreement

A celebration ceremony was held in the Somali capital Mogadishu following Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s announcement of the signing

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Somalia Approves Defense Cooperation Agreement Signed with Türkiye

The Somali cabinet has officially approved the defense cooperation agreement signed between Somalia and Türkiye. The agreement aims to strengthen

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Somalis Celebrate President Erdoğan’s Election Victory

The people of Somalia took to the streets of the capital, Mogadishu, to celebrate the re-election of President Recep Tayyip

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“Somalia-Türkiye One Heart” Campaign Raises $4.8 Million for Earthquake Victims

In a powerful show of solidarity, the Somali government and people raised approximately $4.8 million (90 million Turkish lira) for

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Agricultural Education Revitalizes Somali Farming Through Türkiye-Supported School Project

Somalia — A groundbreaking initiative launched in 2012 by the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) in collaboration with the

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Türkiye and Somalia Celebrate 10th Anniversary of Close Friendship in Mogadishu

The 10th anniversary of the close friendship between Türkiye and Somalia was celebrated with a special event held in the

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6th Somali Infantry Battalion Holds Oath Ceremony at Türkiye-Somalia Training Base

The oath-taking ceremony of the 6th Somali Infantry Battalion, trained by the Somali Turkish Task Force Command, was held at

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Türkiye Delivers Medical Aid to Somalia Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

A Turkish A400M military cargo plane carrying medical supplies, including locally-produced intensive care ventilators, has arrived in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu,

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Türkiye Sends Medical Aid, Including Locally-Produced Ventilators, to Somalia Amid COVID-19 Fight

Türkiye has sent a shipment of medical supplies to Somalia to support the country’s fight against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19),

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Somali Police Officers Receive Counter-Terrorism Training in Türkiye

A group of Somali police officers is undergoing counter-terrorism training at the Foça Gendarmerie Commando School and Training Center Command

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Graduation Ceremony Held at Türkiye’s Largest Overseas Military Training Center in Somalia

A graduation ceremony was held at the Somali Turkish Task Force Command in Mogadishu, Türkiye’s largest overseas military training center,

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Yunus Emre Institute Brings U.S. Students to Türkiye as Part of Cultural Diplomacy Program

As part of the Yunus Emre Institute’s (YEE) “cultural diplomacy” initiatives, a group of 22 students from Minneapolis, United States,

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Turkish Added as a Foreign Language to School Curriculum in Somalia

With the support of the Yunus Emre Institute (YEE) in Mogadishu, Turkish has been introduced as a foreign language in

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Deputy Prime Minister Hakan Çavuşoğlu Visits Turkish-Built Military Academy in Somalia

As part of his official visit to Somalia, Türkiye’s Deputy Prime Minister Hakan Çavuşoğlu visited the Somali Military Academy, which

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“President Erdoğan Brought Hope to Somalia”

Türkiye’s Ambassador to Mogadishu, Olgan Bekar, stated that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s historic visit to Mogadishu on August 19, 2011,

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Somali Students Pray for Turkish Armed Forces During Operation Olive Branch

Students of the Health Sciences University Somali Mogadishu Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Vocational School of Health Services offered prayers for the

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Albayrak Group Launches Major Cleanup at Mogadishu Port

Albayrak Group has officially launched a large-scale cleanup operation at the Port of Mogadishu, marking the first such initiative in

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Turkish Hospitals in Mogadishu Offer Hope to the Somali People

Turkish hospitals in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, have become a beacon of hope for the Somali people with their advanced medical

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Somali People See Türkiye as a Strategic Partner in Times of Crisis

While Somalia has faced years of political turmoil, terrorist attacks, and widespread hunger, its people continue to view Turkey as

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Health Minister Demircan Visits Somalia After Deadly Bombing

Turkish Minister of Health, Ahmet Demircan, traveled to Somalia to support local authorities following a bombing in the capital, Mogadishu,

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Turkish Health Minister Demircan Visits Somalia Following Bombing

Turkish Minister of Health, Ahmet Demircan (second from right), arrived in Somalia to show support for Somali authorities following a

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“Türkiye’s Efforts in Somalia Deserve High Praise”

Somali Member of Parliament Lufti Sharif Mohamed praised Turkey’s humanitarian efforts in Somalia, stating, “What Türkiye has done in Somalia

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Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım Attends Somalia Conference in London

Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım took part in the Somalia Conference held in London, the capital of the United Kingdom. The

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Türkiye Ramps Up Humanitarian Aid to Drought-Stricken Somalia

Türkiye is mobilizing multiple aid organizations to provide vital support to Somalia as the country battles a severe drought crisis.

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Türkiye Launches New Wave of Humanitarian Aid to Somalia

Following the devastating drought of 2011, Somalia is once again gripped by a severe hunger crisis. Nearly 6 million of

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Türkiye Sends 380 Tons of Food Aid to Somalia

A total of 380 tons of food supplies procured by the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) and the Disaster

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Deputy Prime Minister Kaynak Attends Equipment Handover Ceremony in Somalia

Deputy Prime Minister Veysi Kaynak (right) took part in an official ceremony in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, where vehicles and equipment

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IHH Provides Fresh Water and Food Aid to Drought-Stricken Communities in Somalia

Amid severe drought conditions affecting central and southern Somalia, thousands of people are facing hunger and the threat of infectious

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Somali Diplomat Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur Praises Türkiye’s Humanitarian Model Amid Drought Crisis

Chargé d’Affaires of the Somali Embassy in Ankara, Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, emphasized that Türkiye’s humanitarian aid and development model serves

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IHH Provides Aid to Drought-Stricken Families in Somalia

The Humanitarian Relief Foundation (IHH) has extended crucial support to thousands of families struggling to survive in camps across Somalia,

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Presidential Election Held in Somali Parliament

Somalia’s parliament has elected a new president through a secret ballot in a session attended by members of both the

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TİKA Donates Fishing Equipment to Somali Fishermen

The Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) has donated fishing equipment to the Somali Group of Fishery Association in Mogadishu,

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Somalia Delivers First Blow to FETÖ

Türkiye’s Ambassador to Mogadishu, Olgan Bekar, announced that FETÖ-linked schools in Somalia were shut down immediately following the July 15

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Somali Shuts Down FETÖ-Affiliated Institutions in Solidarity with Türkiye

In a show of support for Türkiye’s elected government and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan following the failed coup attempt, the

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FETÖ Coup Attempt Protested in Mogadishu in Solidarity with Türkiye

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Somalia’s capital Mogadishu to protest the coup attempt by the Fetullah Terrorist Organization (FETÖ), in

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President Erdoğan Receives Warm Welcome During Embassy Opening in Mogadishu

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, during his official visit to the Somali capital Mogadishu, attended the opening ceremony of Türkiye’s new

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“Türkiye Is Somalia’s Only Hope,” Says Somali Ambassador Abdirahman

Ankara (Anadolu Agency) – Halit Güşen — Mohamed Mursal Sheikh Abdirahman, Somalia’s Ambassador to Ankara, emphasized that Türkiye remains Somalia’s

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Somali Women Rally in Support of Türkiye

Somali women gathered in the capital, Mogadishu, to hold a demonstration condemning the terrorist attack on the annex building of

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Reception Held in Honor of Somali National Day in Ankara

A reception celebrating Somali National Day was held at the Hilton Hotel, drawing a large number of attendees, including Türkiye’s

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President of Somalia and President of Somaliland Meet with Prime Minister Erdoğan in Türkiye

Ankara, April 13, 2013 (Anadolu Agency – Prime Ministry / Yasin Bülbül) — Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with

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Presidents of Somalia and Somaliland Meet with President Abdullah Gül in Türkiye

Ankara, April 13, 2013 (Anadolu Agency – Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye) — President Abdullah Gül hosted Somali President

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Presidents of Somalia and Somaliland Meet in Türkiye

Ankara, April 13, 2013 (Anadolu Agency – Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Cengiz Oğuz Gümrükçü) — Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Ahmet

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Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdağ Meets with Somali University Rectors

Ankara, April 2, 2013 (Anadolu Agency – Mehmet Ali Özcan) — Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdağ held a meeting with

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“Ship of Kindness” Heads to Somalia

Derince, March 13, 2013 (Anadolu Agency – Tahir Turan Eroğlu) — The Turkish Red Crescent, which has been conducting humanitarian

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Deputy Prime Minister Bozdağ Meets with Somali Minister of Social Services

Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdağ met with the Somali Minister of Social Services on Thursday in Ankara. During the meeting,

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Türkiye to Build New State System in Somalia, Says Mogadishu Ambassador Torun

Turkey’s Ambassador to Mogadishu, Cemalettin Kani Torun, stated, “We want to bring experts from Turkey to Somalia to establish a

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Helping Hand from Türkiye Reaches Somalia

The Somali people, who have struggled with hunger, famine, and civil war for the past 20 years, are striving to

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Somali Presidential Handover Ceremony Held Under Tight Security

The presidential handover ceremony in Somalia took place under heavy security measures at the Police Academy. Newly elected President Sheikh

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Deputy PM Bekir Bozdağ Congratulates Newly Elected Somali President Sheikh Hasan Mahmud at Handover Ceremony

The presidential handover ceremony in Somalia was held under tight security measures at the Police Academy. Deputy Prime Minister Bekir

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“Mr. Erdoğan Has Drawn the World’s Attention to Somalia”

Haji Muhammed Yasin Ismail, presidential candidate of Somalia and grandson of Sultan Ali Yusuf, who governed Hobyo—the capital of the

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“We Made Great Efforts to Draw the World’s Attention to Somalia” Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan emphasized the intense efforts made to attract global attention to Somalia’s plight, stating, “We sincerely

Turkish Humanitarian Aid

TIKA’s Visits to Puntland and Somaliland

Abdulahad Kokdagi, Coordinator for Somalia at the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), stated that last week a delegation visited

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Turkish Medical Team’s Mission in Somalia

In Somalia, devastated by civil war and famine, Turkish health personnel from the Ministry of Health have examined over 150,000

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Turkish Airlines Launches Flights to Somalia

Turkish Airlines (THY) has started flights to Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia.(Anadolu Agency – Metin Bolat)

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Deputy Prime Minister Bozdağ in Somalia

Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdağ laid the foundation for a mosque and ablution fountain to be built at the Turkish

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Historic Ties: Turkish Airlines (THY) Launches Flights to Somalia

Turkish Airlines (THY) has started flights to Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdağ also traveled to

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Somalis Relieved from Carrying Water on Their Backs Thanks to New Wells in Mogadishu

Under the coordination of the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), the State Hydraulic Works (DSI) teams have met the

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Ambassador Kani Torun Highlights Benefits of Turkish Airlines Flights to Somalia

Turkey’s Ambassador to Mogadishu, Cemalettin Kani Torun, stated that Turkish Airlines’ initiation of direct flights to Somalia will be beneficial

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Turks Provide Humanitarian Aid Worldwide: Critically Injured Somalis Evacuated to Türkiye

Türkiye, which extends a helping hand with all its institutions to countries affected by civil wars and natural disasters around

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Turkish Red Crescent Deploys Bone Incinerators to Combat Health Hazards in Somalia

Following instructions from Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan after his visit to Somalia, the Turkish Red Crescent is taking action

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Turkey’s Ambassador Kani Torun Provides Update on Students Traveling to Turkey for Education

Turkey’s Ambassador to Somalia, Cemalettin Kani Torun, informed in a press conference about students who will be traveling to Turkey

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From Van to Somalia: Health Worker Ayşegül Savcı Heals Wounds of Somali People

After losing 19 relatives in the Van earthquake and refusing administrative leave to continue working, healthcare worker Ayşegül Savcı is

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Turkish Diyanet Foundation Signs Agreement to Build and Operate School in Somalia

The Turkish Diyanet Foundation signed a protocol with the Somali Ministry of National Education for the preparation and operation of

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Deputy Prime Minister Bozdağ’s Visit to Somalia Welcomed with Great Satisfaction, Turkey’s Ambassador Torun Highlights Significant Aid Impact

Turkey’s Ambassador to Mogadishu, Cemalettin Kani Torun, stated that Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdağ’s visit to Somalia was warmly received

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Deputy Prime Minister Bozdağ welcomed with songs upon arrival in Somalia

Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdağ arrived in Somalia to lay the foundation of a hospital to be built by Turkey

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Turkish Deputy PM Bozdağ visits Somalia, meets with Somali PM Abdiweli

Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdağ arrived in Somalia to lay the foundation for a hospital to be built by Turkey

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Yeryüzü Doktorları Türkiye opens Nutrition Health Center in Mogadishu

A Nutrition Health Center established in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, by the Turkey branch of the Doctors Worldwide Association

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Disabled artist supports Somalia by selling paintings created with his left foot

In Erzurum, Yusuf Arslan, who was born with disabilities affecting both his arms and his right leg, plans to support

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Somali First Lady attends funeral of Erdoğan’s mother in Istanbul

Fadumo Omar Mohamud, wife of Somali President Sheikh Sharif Ahmed, arrived in Istanbul to attend the funeral ceremony of Prime

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Turkish opposition leaders delivers aid collected for Somalia

Great Unity Party (BBP) Chairman Mustafa Destici (left) visited President of Religious Affairs Mehmet Görmez to hand over the aid

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Turkish Airlines mobilizes aid for Somalia, donates nearly 1 million lira

Through a joint campaign organized by Turkish Airlines (THY) and the Turkish Red Crescent, with contributions from passengers, a donation

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Somali President Ahmed visits Turkish Red Crescent’s “Hayat Camp” in Mogadishu

Somali President Sheikh Sharif Ahmed visited the “Hayat” tent camp established by the Turkish Red Crescent in the capital Mogadishu.

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Erdoğan at UN General Assembly: “The world cannot ignore Somalia’s tragedy; the UN must renew its vision”

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan addressed the 66th United Nations General Assembly, delivering a powerful speech in which he criticized

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Türkiye’s Diyanet launches new aid campaign focused on Somalia

Meeting with Sheikh Osman Ibrahim Ahmed, Dean of the Faculty of Theology at Mogadishu University, and faculty members, President of

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TİKA delegation holds talks at Mogadishu Port during technical assessment visit

As part of the technical assessment visit organized by the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA), the delegation held meetings

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Somalis in London thank Turkey for support and Erdoğan’s visit

Representatives of Somali associations based in London paid a visit of gratitude to the Turkish Embassy in London, thanking Turkey

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Somali diaspora in the Netherlands thanks Prime Minister Erdoğan for support

The Somali diaspora in the Netherlands presented a plaque of appreciation to Prime Minister Erdoğan for his close attention to

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Bakery raises awareness for Somalia with “Somalia and Türkiye Hand in Hand” pide

Ramazan Köse, who has worked as a baker specializing in pide for 25 years, and his son Ümit Köse are

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Turkish opposition leader Kılıçdaroğlu visits Dadaab refugee camp on Somalia-Kenya border

Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu, chairman of Turkey’s main opposition party CHP, visited the Dadaab Refugee Camp on the Kenya-Somalia border. At the

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Turkish Ambassador for Somalia Torun: “We are going to build lasting solutions, not temporary fixes”

Kani Torun, expected to be appointed as Turkey’s ambassador to Mogadishu, stated in an interview with Anadolu Agency that he

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ASKON sends 13 truckloads of aid to Somalia

The Anatolian Lions Businessmen’s Association (ASKON) prepared 13 trucks loaded with textiles and food supplies to support the Somali people.

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Somali Prime Minister Abdiweli Mohamed Ali thanks Turkish doctors

Due to the ongoing famine and drought, Turkey has been sending aid to Somalia. During a meeting with Turkish doctors,

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Turkish Airlines reaches new heights with Somalia aid campaign

Turkish Airlines (THY), in cooperation with the Turkish Red Crescent, launched a campaign to collect aid for Somalia onboard its

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Turkish young boys sacrifice their hair to raise awareness for Somalia

Elementary school students 9-year-old Cengiz Köse and 10-year-old Yusuf Buyruk had their hair cut into a style symbolizing Somali-Turkish friendship

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PM Erdoğan departs Somalia after official farewell, tragedy highlights famine’s toll on infants

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, accompanied by his wife Emine Erdoğan, concluded his engagements in Somalia and departed for Turkey.

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Emine Erdoğan tours Red Crescent camp in Mogadishu’s Jazira area

Prime Minister Erdoğan, his wife Emine Erdoğan, and their accompanying delegation visited the Red Crescent camp in the Jazira area

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Emine Erdoğan moved to tears during visit to field hospital

Emine Erdoğan, wife of Prime Minister Erdoğan, visited the Ministry of Health’s field hospital. During her visit, she experienced emotional

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PM Erdoğan, First Lady visit children at Wardhigley camp in Mogadishu

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, his wife Emine Erdoğan, and their accompanying delegation visited and cared for children at the

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Erdoğan’s daughter Esra Albayrak in Somalia

Prime Minister Erdoğan and his accompanying delegation visited and cared for sick children at the Wardhigley Camp in Mogadishu, the

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FM Davutoğlu visits sick children at Wardhigley camp in Mogadishu

Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu visited and cared for sick children at the Wardhigley Camp in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia.(Anadolu

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Preparations underway in Somalia for Prime Minister Erdoğan’s arrival

Preparations have begun in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, for Prime Minister Erdoğan’s arrival. Turkish flags and posters of Prime