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Federal Government is Preparing New Military Offensive Against Jubaland
Kismayo (WDN) — Somalia’s Federal Government is reportedly preparing to launch another major military operation against Jubaland, raising fears of a renewed confrontation between Mogadishu and the regional administration only two after previous fighting – Raskamboodi – threatened to destabilize southern Somalia. According to sources cited in the reports, the Federal Government is
Somalia's Federal Government is reportedly preparing to deploy 4,000 troops to Jubaland, raising concerns of renewed military confrontation.
What was announced
- The Federal Government is planning a military operation against Jubaland, with Baardheere Airport identified as a key entry point for the troops.
- General Abdullahi Fartaag is reportedly facilitating the deployment, having coordinated with local officials in Baardheere.
- The troops are allegedly composed mainly of members from the Ogaden clan, raising concerns about the political implications of this composition.
Context
The preparations come just two years after previous fighting in the region, which threatened to destabilize southern Somalia.
“If confirmed, the scale of the reported deployment would represent a significant military escalation.”
Why this matters: This situation could deepen divisions between Mogadishu and Jubaland and create new opportunities for militant groups amid existing insecurity.
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Kismayo (WDN) — Somalia’s Federal Government is reportedly preparing to launch another major military operation against Jubaland, raising fears of a renewed confrontation between Mogadishu and the regional administration only two after previous fighting – Raskamboodi – threatened to destabilize southern Somalia.
According to sources cited in the reports, the Federal Government is preparing to deploy as many as 4,000 troops toward strategic areas of Jubaland, with Baardheere Airport in Gedo Region reportedly identified as the main entry point for the forces.
The reported deployment has triggered alarm because the troops are allegedly being assembled from locations including Xananbuure and Mogadishu before being transported to Baardheere.
The operation is reportedly being facilitated by General Abdullahi Fartaag, who is said to have contacted senior officials in Baardheere, including the airport manager, the district commissioner and the local military commander.
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