Averting Political Violence in Somalia

 Source: The International Crisis Group (ICG) published on 16 April 2021 a brief titled “Somalia: Averting a Descent into Political Violence.”

Tension has increased in Somalia following parliament’s decision to extend the incumbent president’s term by two years.  The ICG urges external partners led by the African Union  to mediate talks among Somalia’s bitterly divided political elites.  0 commentsLabels: al-ShabaabAUelectionsEUIGADJubalandMohamed Abdullahi FarmajoPuntlandSomaliaUNSCUS