Puntland Declares First Phase of Mudug Security Operation Complete as Galkayo Forces Join State Security

Galkayo (WDN) — Puntland has declared the successful completion of the first phase of its security operation in Mudug, announcing that armed forces stationed at the Istanbul military camp in Galkayo’s Garsoor district have agreed to join the Puntland Defence Forces.

The development marks a significant shift in the security landscape of Mudug, where tensions had recently intensified over the presence and movement of forces aligned with Somalia’s Federal Government.

In a statement, the Puntland Police said the first phase of the operation had focused on strengthening security, restoring public order and consolidating the state’s security command under legitimate government institutions.

“The Puntland Defence Forces have officially concluded the first phase of the security operation in Mudug, focusing on strengthening security, restoring law and order, and consolidating security authority under government institutions,” the statement said.