International Partners Urge Somalia Leaders to Resume Election Talks

Hargeisa, June 1 (Horn Diplomat) — International partners, including European countries, the European Union and the United Nations, on Monday urged Somalia's political leaders to resume dialogue and swiftly agree on an election roadmap amid rising political tensions.

In a joint statement, the signatories said they were concerned by the current political situation in Somalia and called on all parties to work toward consensus in the interest of the Somali people.

"We call on all sides to resume dialogue as soon as possible, and to swiftly reach consensus on an election roadmap in the interest of the Somali people," the statement said.

The international partners also expressed readiness to support Somali-led discussions if requested, emphasizing that a negotiated solution remains the best path toward maintaining political stability.