Sanbaloolshe brings a large force from Beledweyne coming from Ethiopia
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The former head of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), Member of Parliament Cabdullaahi Maxamed Cali (Sanbaloolshe) and politician Maxamed Daahir arrived today in the city of Beledweyne, the capital of Hiiraan region, at a time when the city is facing a complex political situation.
Reported by Caasimada Online ↗Latest reporting
Various reports are emerging about the situation in the Hiiraan region, particularly in the city of Beledweyne, where tensions are high and opposing sides are present.
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Abdifatax Hassan Afrax stated that no one can prevent him from visiting Beledweyne and expressed his desire to meet the people of Hiiraan.
Attributed to: Cabdifataax Xasan Afrax
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- 5
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- Soomaali / English
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- Partial overlap
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Caasimada Online
Cabdullaahi Maxamed Cali (Sanbaloolshe) and Maxamed Daahir have arrived in Beledweyne, Hiiraan region.
Attributed to: null
Event date: 2026-11-06
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Caasimada Online
Sanbaloolshe entered Beledweyne from the direction of Feer-Feer, accompanied by a large military force.
Attributed to: null
Event date: 2026-11-06
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Caasimada Online
Sanbaloolshe has not publicly stated the official purpose of his visit.
Attributed to: null
Event date: 2026-11-06
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Caasimada Online
Sanbaloolshe has expressed that the unity of the people of Hiiraan is essential for the safety of HirShabeelle.
Attributed to: null
Event date: 2026-11-06
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Caasimada Online
The Deputy President of HirShabelle, Abdifatax Hassan Afrax, arrived unexpectedly in Beledweyne amid political tension and military movements.
Attributed to: null
Event date: 2026-11-06
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Caasimada Online
Abdifatax Hassan Afrax stated that no one can prevent him from visiting Beledweyne and expressed his desire to meet the people of Hiiraan.
Attributed to: Cabdifataax Xasan Afrax
Event date: 2026-11-06
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Caasimada Online
MP Abdirisaq Mohamed Abdullahi Al-Cadaala warned of an attack allegedly planned by Sanbaloolshe against the Deputy President.
Attributed to: Xildhibaan Cabdirisaaq Maxamed Cabdullaahi Al-Cadaala
Event date: 2026-11-06
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Wardheer News
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's decision to push through Ali Guudlawe's re-election as Hirshabelle president has brought the federal member state closer to a political crisis.
Attributed to: Wardheer News
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Wardheer News
Opposition leaders in Hiiraan are mobilizing around an alternative administration in Beledweyne.
Attributed to: Wardheer News
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Wardheer News
Former NISA Director Abdullahi Mohamed (Sanbaloolshe) has arrived in Beledweyne with armed personnel and military vehicles.
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Wardheer News
Sanbaloolshe has challenged the legitimacy of the Hirshabelle election, claiming it lacked genuine participation.
Attributed to: Wardheer News
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Hiiraan Online
Political and security tensions rose in Beledweyne after newly elected Hirshabelle Vice President Abdifatah Hassan Afrah and former intelligence chief Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloolshe arrived in the city hours apart.
Event date: 2026-11-07
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BBC Somali
The Deputy President of Hirshabelle, Cabdifitaax Xasan Afrax, is currently in Beledweyne.
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BBC Somali
There has been tension in Beledweyne since the arrival of the new Deputy President.
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BBC Somali
There was a brief exchange of gunfire near the Deputy President's residence.
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BBC Somali
Cabdifitaax Xasan Afrax stated that he is in Beledweyne to address the concerns of the people.
Attributed to: Cabdifitaax Xasan Afrax
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1 report
Most recent report · 7 November 2026 08:25 UTC
Breaking: The Vice President of Hirshabelle in Beledweyne has spoken to the BBC
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Most recent report · 7 November 2026 08:01 UTC
Tensions rise in Beledweyne as Hirshabelle vice president, Sanbaloolshe arrive with armed escorts
Political and security tensions rose in Beledweyne after newly elected Hirshabelle Vice President Abdifatah Hassan Afrah and former intelligence chief Abdullahi Mohamed Ali Sanbaloolshe arrived in the city hours apart.
1 report
Most recent report · 7 November 2026 05:59 UTC
Somalia’s Unilateral Hirshabelle Election Pushes Hiiraan Toward a Parallel Administration
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's decision to push through Ali Guudlawe's re-election as Hirshabelle president has brought the federal member state closer to a political crisis.
2 reports
Most recent report · 6 November 2026 17:40 UTC
The Vice President of HirShabelle Arrives in Beledweyne Amidst Opposition to the Administration
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6 November 2026 · 13:11 UTC
Sanbaloolshe brings a large force from Beledweyne coming from Ethiopia
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6 November 2026 13:11 – 7 November 2026 08:25 · UTC
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Breaking: The Vice President of Hirshabelle in Beledweyne has spoken to the BBC
The Vice President of Hirshabelle in Beledweyne has spoken to the BBC
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Tensions rise in Beledweyne as Hirshabelle vice president, Sanbaloolshe arrive with armed escorts
Political and security tensions rose in Beledweyne after newly elected Hirshabelle Vice Presiden…
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Somalia’s Unilateral Hirshabelle Election Pushes Hiiraan Toward a Parallel Administration
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's decision to push through Ali Guudlawe's re-election as Hirshab…
Read source4 hr later
The Vice President of HirShabelle Arrives in Beledweyne Amidst Opposition to the Administration
The Vice President of HirShabelle, Cabdifataax Xasan Afrax, has unexpectedly arrived in the city of Beledweyne, the capital of Hiiraan region, during…
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Sanbaloolshe brings a large force from Beledweyne coming from Ethiopia
The former head of the National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA), Member of Parliament Cabdullaahi Maxamed Cali (Sanbaloolshe) and politician…
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- 4
- Sources used
- Caasimada Online, Wardheer News, Hiiraan Online, BBC Somali
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- Soomaali + English
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