Former Somali PM Khaire Says Ready to Fight Back if Attacked Again
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire said Friday that he would be prepared to fight again if attacked, following clashes between government forces and opposition guards in Mogadishu that have heightened political tensions in the Horn of Africa nation. The confrontation, which lasted for several hours in the Howlwadaag district of […]
Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire stated he is prepared to defend himself if attacked again, following clashes between government forces and opposition guards in Mogadishu.
What was announced
- Khaire was attending a meeting with traditional elders when government forces launched an operation against his location.
- The confrontation in the Howlwadaag district involved security forces and personnel guarding opposition leaders.
- Negotiations between security officials and Khaire ended the standoff after several hours.
Context
The clashes reflect heightened political tensions between President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s administration and opposition figures over the country's political future and electoral arrangements.
““If we are attacked again, we will defend ourselves,” Khaire said.”
Why this matters: This incident raises concerns about political stability in Somalia and the ongoing efforts for dialogue between the government and opposition.
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MOGADISHU, Somalia — Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire said Friday that he would be prepared to fight again if attacked, following clashes between government forces and opposition guards in Mogadishu that have heightened political tensions in the Horn of Africa nation.
The confrontation, which lasted for several hours in the Howlwadaag district of the capital, involved security forces and personnel guarding opposition leaders. The standoff was eventually brought to an end through negotiations between security officials and Khaire, according to accounts from those involved.
Speaking at a press conference after the incident, Khaire said he and a group of traditional elders were attending a meeting when government forces launched an operation against his location.
“If we are attacked again, we will defend ourselves,” Khaire said, accusing the authorities of using force against political opponents.
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