Somalia Update

The New York Times continues to update the situation in Somalia. You can read about it here. Islamist fighters have pledged to continue to fight and no peacekeeping troops have been sent from neighboring countries. Ethiopia will be pulling out troops because it cannot financially sustain a fighting force in Somalia.

Keep an eye on Kismayo--the final Islamic stronghold in Somalia. The Islamists have fled south to Kismayo, a port city, and a huge battle may be waged there for final control of Somalia.

You may also read a new piece by Time about the fragile nature of the Somalian transitional government by clicking here.