Djibouti's Guelleh wins sixth term

Ismaïl Omar Guelleh has claimed a landslide victory in Djibouti's presidential election, according to official results released on Saturday.

The poll was boycotted by major opposition parties, leaving Guelleh with only one challenger, a former ruling party member.

Djibouti serves as a vital international military and maritime hub, hosting bases for several global powers including the United States and China.

Analysts suggest that Guelleh's continued rule ensures stability for these foreign interests, despite concerns over the lack of democratic competition in the country.