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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.

Somalia’s government has welcomed the new US-Iran ceasefire, saying lower tensions in the Gulf could help bring peace and security to the Horn of Africa.

South West State has issued a stern warning to all airlines operating in its territory, threatening to revoke operating permits for any carrier found illegally transporting weapons or military forces. Officials accused the federal government of using both military and civilian aircraft to arm "unknown hands" and destabilize the region.

South West State has issued a general amnesty to Somali Armed Forces personnel, accusing the federal government of turning national troops into militias used to displace civilians. The state has also opened its upcoming parliamentary and presidential elections to all citizens, guaranteeing security and banning illegal weapons.