Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has hosted an official state dinner for traditional leaders from across the country, using the occasion to reaffirm his government's commitment to universal suffrage.
The event, held at the presidential palace in the capital Mogadishu, saw the president commend the elders for their role in peacebuilding, reconciliation, and safeguarding national unity.
Unconfirmed reports suggest President Assimi Goïta may have been wounded or evacuated from the country, though neither the government nor military officials have issued any statement.
A sensitive meeting held last night at the Somali presidency resulted in a major decision to back the Speaker of the House of the People, Aadan Mohamed Nuur (Aadan Madoobe), as a candidate for the presidency of the South West State.
Meanwhile, several politicians are vying for the South West State presidency. The race is notably contested between the JPS party led by Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and other candidates seeking the position.
The first operation targeted a house where Al-Shabaab leaders and militiamen were stationed. At least 15 members were killed in the strike. The militants' base was also destroyed, which they had been using to organize militias and plan acts of destabilization.
"Türkiye will directly support the efforts of Somali forces against Al-Shabaab and ISIS," Fidan said, elaborating on plans to expand security cooperation and counterterrorism operations.
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