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Heavy gun battles erupted in Mogadishu after federal government forces raided the residence of former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire. The clashes occurred shortly before planned opposition demonstrations, raising fears of increased violence.

Former President Shariif Sheekh Axmed announced that the opposition's planned rally in Mogadishu is a constitutional right. The local government has indicated its approval for the protest, although there are ongoing discussions about security and the specific locations for the event.

Heavy fighting on the outskirts of Baidoa resulted in the deaths of senior Somali military commanders. The clashes involved government forces and fighters loyal to former South West state president Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen.

The United States is set to mediate talks in Somalia aimed at addressing the ongoing election crisis as President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term approaches its end. However, the Somali government has denied claims regarding these planned U.S.-mediated discussions with opposition leaders.