Former Somali President Farmaajo Blames Hassan Sheikh for Escalating Crisis
MOGADISHU, Somalia – Former Somali president Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed on Thursday sharply criticized President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud over ongoing clashes in Mogadishu, accusing him of mishandling the country’s political and security affairs as fighting between government forces and opposition-aligned groups continued in parts of the capital. In remarks issued amid rising tensions, Fa
Former Somali president Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed criticized President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud for the ongoing clashes in Mogadishu, blaming him for the country's political and security issues.
What was announced
- Fighting between government forces and opposition-aligned groups has continued in parts of Mogadishu.
- Farmaajo rejected accusations against opposition figures, stating that Hassan Sheikh undermined his government.
- International actors have urged restraint and called for dialogue to prevent further deterioration of the situation.
Context
The remarks come amid rising tensions and ongoing violence in Mogadishu, which has led to civilian displacement and disruptions in business activity.
“My government was not brought down by war or a foreign attack. You were the one who undermined it and mobilized political opposition against it.”
Why this matters: This situation highlights the ongoing political instability in Somalia and the challenges the country faces in consolidating state institutions.
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MOGADISHU, Somalia – Former Somali president Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed on Thursday sharply criticized President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud over ongoing clashes in Mogadishu, accusing him of mishandling the country’s political and security affairs as fighting between government forces and opposition-aligned groups continued in parts of the capital.
In remarks issued amid rising tensions, Farmaajo rejected accusations directed at opposition figures and instead blamed Hassan Sheikh for deepening Somalia’s political divisions.
“My government was not brought down by war or a foreign attack. You were the one who undermined it and mobilized political opposition against it,” Farmaajo said, responding to what he described as unfounded allegations made by the current administration.
The former president’s comments marked the latest escalation in a widening political dispute that has increasingly played out alongside growing security tensions in Mogadishu.
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