Somalia Says Security Operation Ends After Clashes, Accuses Opposition-Linked Armed Groups
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s federal government said on Friday it had concluded a 48-hour security operation targeting armed groups it accused of attempting to create instability in the capital, Mogadishu, amid heightened political tensions between authorities and opposition leaders. In a statement, the Ministry of Information said security forces had taken control of locations previously [&
Somalia's federal government concluded a 48-hour security operation in Mogadishu targeting armed groups linked to opposition figures, resulting in the seizure of weapons and vehicles.
What was announced
- The security operation aimed to restore stability in Mogadishu amid political tensions.
- The government accused armed groups of attacking police and civilians, linking them to former prime minister Hassan Ali Khaire and former president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed.
- Formal investigations have been launched into the incidents, with a warning against armed activities outside the law.
Context
The operation follows increased military deployments and political friction over the electoral process and future governance in Somalia.
“The government reiterated that it would not tolerate any armed activity outside the framework of the law.”
Why this matters: This situation highlights ongoing political instability in Somalia and the government's stance on security and opposition activities.
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MOGADISHU — Somalia’s federal government said on Friday it had concluded a 48-hour security operation targeting armed groups it accused of attempting to create instability in the capital, Mogadishu, amid heightened political tensions between authorities and opposition leaders.
In a statement, the Ministry of Information said security forces had taken control of locations previously occupied by the armed groups, which it alleged had carried out attacks against police officers and civilians.
The government accused the groups of being linked to prominent opposition figures, including former prime minister Hassan Ali Khaire and former president Sharif Sheikh Ahmed. It did not provide evidence to support the allegations.
According to the statement, security forces seized weapons and vehicles belonging to the groups during the operation. Authorities said security and judicial institutions had launched formal investigations into the incidents.
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