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Puntland's President Said Abdullahi Deni has announced a sweeping restructuring of the regional police force, appointing a new second deputy commander and fresh leadership across key departments, including the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) and regional police commands. The move is seen as part of broader security reforms to strengthen law enforcement in the semi-autonomous state.

In a heated address, Puntland’s president charged the Somali federal government with systematically eroding the nation’s federal model, warning that recent political maneuvers in Mogadishu threaten to concentrate authority and sideline regional states. The remarks signal deepening rifts ahead of critical national talks.

Plane Carrying Somali Lawmakers from Puntland Turned Back in Mogadishu

Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni has launched high-level consultations in Garowe on Somalia’s disputed elections and Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, moves that could shape Puntland’s stance and ties with Mogadishu.