Islamist insurgents clash with Somali government troops backed by AU forces on Somali capital.

Eritrean FM warns further troop deployments will only exacerbate regional insecurity.

AU force will be boosted by battalion from Guinea, could further swell to reach 10,000 troops.

Shebab insurgents have launched fresh drive to topple Somalia's weak president, sparking clashes in Mogadishu.

Political rival of Ugandan President warns Museveni against consequences of military adventurism.

Godane warns more operations will come in aftermath of deadly attacks in Uganda.

Twin bombings in Ugandan capital mark unprecedented internationalisation of Somalia's two-decade-old civil war.

Ugandan Deputy FM says his country will not pull troops from Somalia despite bomb attacks blamed on Shebab.

Ethiopian PM rules out sending troops to Somalia after pulling out his forces from war-torn country.

Ahmed urges IGAD leaders to intensify efforts in order to set up effective military strategy against insurgency.

Somalia's insurgent movements impose new laws in areas not controlled by government.

Clashes break out at dawn when armed Shebab fighters launch attack on Somali soldiers.

Lack of awareness among Somalis that mental health problems can be treated successfully.

Fierce clashes erupt between government forces backed by AU troops, Islamist insurgents in Somali capital.

Governments worldwide urged not to forcibly return people to Somalia where lives are at risk.

Sheikh Sharif stresses that ending piracy depends on bringing economic stability to Somalia.

Shebab rebels’ attack on presidential palace in Mogadishu overnight kills 14 civilians.

Sharmarke says Somali President’s call for formation of new government is regrettable.

Sheikh Ahmed will name new PM who will form government to help Somalia overcome difficult times.

Fears of major clashes in Beletweyne contribute to 'quiet exodus' from Somali town.