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Turkey is building a $350 million spaceport on Somalia’s coast, a project that highlights Ankara’s growing influence in Africa. The launch site near Warsheikh is intended for satellite launches and could support Turkey’s ambitions for a future lunar program. The development comes after years of Turkish investment, military cooperation and economic deals in Somalia, where Ankara has become a key partner. The project has also drawn scrutiny amid regional rivalries, with some Israeli analysts viewing it as a potential strategic concern.
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