Watch: Troops defected from the Federal Government arrive in Beledweyne, after.

Beledweyne (Caasimada Online) – Troops who defected from the Somali government arrived today in the city of Beledweyne, the capital of the Hiiraan region, where they were warmly welcomed, responding to a call from the Elder of the Xawaadle Clan, Ugaas Yuusuf Ugaas Xasan Ugaas Khaliif, who spoke passionately last night about the situation that has arisen in the city, where tensions are felt between HirShabelle and disgruntled politicians from the Xawaadle clan.

The Elder warned of an attack he claimed was heading towards the Hiiraan region, indicating that individuals within the government were behind this plan. He also urged local forces to take their role and defend their land to prevent it from being seized by force in the Hiiraan region.

“I am telling the government forces from this Hiiraan clan who are in the city to defend your country and your people; every person from Hiiraan is obliged to defend their region, this land is under attack,” said the Elder, sending a message to the Xawaadle clan members within the Somali government.

After that, troops from the Xawaadle clan arrived at the Elder's house in Beledweyne, stating that they are defending their clan's interests, which have grievances against HirShabelle.

Videos shared on social media show the troops with military vehicles being warmly welcomed in the city, and local elders and Ugaas Yuusuf Ugaas Xasan Ugaas Khaliif were seen speaking outside.

“First of all, I would like to thank the men who responded to their leader and the Xawaadle clan who came to Beledweyne today, accompanied by Police, Military, and Security,” said one of the officials currently in Beledweyne.

He also added, “They protect their positions, they protect their leader, we have grievances that have not been respected, and it has not been discussed.”

This comes as tensions of conflict are currently being felt in Beledweyne, where the Deputy President of HirShabelle, Cabdifitaax Xasan Afrax, arrived yesterday, while on the other hand, the former head of NISA, Mr. Cabdullahi Maxamed Cali (Sanbaloolshe), also visited the city yesterday, bringing troops from the direction of Ethiopia.

The arrival of the two officials and the ongoing activities in the city have heightened concerns that the political tensions in Hiiraan may turn into a security situation, as various parties are issuing warnings about avoiding clashes and bloodshed.