Somalia declares order restored after two days of fighting in Mogadishu
Summary
Fighting between government forces and opposition groups in Mogadishu, Somalia, lasted over two days before the government declared order restored. The clashes caused deaths, injuries, and displacement, stemming from a political dispute over the president’s term extension and election timing.Key Facts
- Fighting began on Wednesday and affected parts of Mogadishu, particularly Abdiaziz and Hawlwadag districts.
- The government said opposition militias were disarmed and civilians returned to normal life by Friday.
- At least 13 people were killed and 189 wounded, with around 12,500 households fleeing the fighting.
- The violence started near the homes of two opposition leaders, former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire and former President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed.
- The conflict was linked to disagreement about extending President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s term and calls for timely elections.
- Protests planned by opposition leaders did not happen because of the outbreak of violence.
- Economic losses from the unrest were estimated at about $3.8 million, including a major market closure.
- Clan elders helped mediate an agreement to stop the fighting, allowing opposition leaders to move to secured areas.
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