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Turkey Deploys Troops, Secures Controversial Oil Deal in Somalia

4/30/2025

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Turkey has sent 500 troops to Mogadishu, joining a larger mission of 2,500 aimed at bolstering Somalia's fight against al-Shabaab. Amidst this military support, Somalia inked a contentious oil deal with Turkey, allowing the latter to claim 90% of the revenues, sparking fears of foreign exploitation. President Mohamud hails the agreement as a pivotal moment for Somalia.

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Turkey has sent 500 troops to Mogadishu, joining a larger mission of 2,500 aimed at bolstering Somalia's fight against al-Shabaab. Amidst this military support, Somalia inked a contentious oil deal with Turkey, allowing the latter to claim 90% of the revenues, sparking fears of foreign exploitation. President Mohamud hails the agreement as a pivotal moment for Somalia.