The international community is playing a significant role in the talks between the federal government and the opposition

Mogadishu (Caasimada Online) – Diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the electoral dispute in Somalia are intensifying, with the United States, Britain, Turkey, and the European Union agreeing to facilitate talks between the federal government and the opposition.

The talks are scheduled to take place in Mogadishu between November 14 and 18, focusing on how the political parties can agree on the electoral process and the joint management framework.

The mediation role will be taken by the four parties known as the Quartet, who plan to present the fundamental principles of the agreement during the meetings, as well as hold discussions with political leaders and technical committees.

This plan also includes ensuring the security of the presidents of Puntland and Jubaland, Said Deni and Ahmed Madobe, with countries that have troops in Somalia requested to take on that responsibility.

The pressure to reach an agreement on the elections comes at a time when the country is experiencing significant political turmoil. The situation is further complicated by concerns over the withdrawal of Ugandan troops currently in Somalia under a bilateral agreement and the potential for Al-Shabaab to exploit areas where security is weak.

These diplomatic efforts also follow the Supreme Court's decision on November 5, which rejected the extension of the president and parliament's terms, while limiting the powers of the prime minister's government to the day-to-day operations of continuing governance.

The ruling obliges the relevant parties to reach an agreement on the electoral process by December 5, 2026.

Additionally, the deadline for holding the elections is 90 days from the day the court's decision was made, which is until February 3, 2027.