Puntland Danab Commandos Warn of Escalating Internal Conflict

Garowe (WDN) — Puntland’s Danab Commando Force has issued an unusually forceful public statement warning that the region is on the brink of a dangerous internal conflict, cautioning that any renewed military confrontation—particularly against the Puntland Security Force (PSF)—could plunge Puntland into another round of destabilizing violence.

The statement, released by the force’s leadership, reflects growing concern over rising tensions within Puntland’s security establishment following recent clashes involving the PSF and government forces. In the statement, the Danab Commandos accused Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni of steering the region toward internal conflict, alleging that his administration is once again preparing to use military force against fellow Puntland security personnel rather than pursuing dialogue.

According to the command, reports suggesting the possibility of renewed attacks against the PSF have heightened fears of another armed confrontation. “We strongly warn against the outbreak of war in Puntland and against any unjustified military assault on the Puntland Security Force (PSF),” the statement said.

The command accused President Deni of fueling political divisions that risk escalating into armed conflict, arguing that Puntland has already experienced several similar crises under his leadership. “This would be the fourth time such internal conflicts have occurred in Puntland, with state security forces being turned against one another,” the statement claimed.