Somalia’s New Government and Al-Shabaab Challenge

Source: The Associated Press published on 25 May 2022 an article titled “For New Somalia Government, Al-Shabab a Threat to Authority” by Rodney Muhumuza.

The article discusses the internal dynamics of Al-Shabaab and its continuing influence. Al-Shabaab’s strategy is to patiently wait for the departure of foreign troops.

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