Puntland State Officials Visit Newly Liberated Dhaadaar to Assess Security, Boost Troop Morale

Puntland State officials visit newly liberated Dhaadaar to assess security and morale

A senior Puntland State delegation traveled to the newly secured town of Dhaadaar on Monday to meet frontline commanders and gauge the security picture after recent operations. The visit aimed to lift troop morale and align the next steps on stabilization, humanitarian access and the return of services for residents.

• The delegation was led by Interior Minister Abdi Farah Juxa and included State Minister of the Presidency Abdifatah Abdinur and the deputy minister of humanitarian affairs.
• Officials held briefings with security commanders, local administrators and community representatives on the ground.
• The visit followed operations by the Puntland State Defence Forces to bring the town under government control.

Focus shifts to consolidation, services and humanitarian access

Discussions centered on locking in security gains and preventing militant regrouping, while rapidly addressing civilian needs. Authorities outlined priorities to restore basic services and normalize daily life as communities emerge from conflict.

• Security officials and local leaders emphasized steps to consolidate control and deter any resurgence by armed groups.
• Urgent stabilization measures include reopening public services and supporting displaced residents’ safe return.
• Humanitarian access was highlighted as essential to help communities recover and rebuild.

Government praises Puntland State Defence Forces, pledges sustained support

Ministers commended the Puntland State Defence Forces for their conduct during the operation, citing professionalism and courage. They underscored the administration’s commitment to backing troops, reestablishing governance structures and delivering aid and development assistance where needed.

• Officials said the government remains focused on resourcing security forces engaged in holding and stabilization tasks.
• Plans include restoring local governance, services and rule-of-law functions to ensure lasting order.
• Authorities committed to mobilizing humanitarian and development partners to address immediate and longer-term needs.

Local communities voice cautious optimism as operations expand

Community representatives described renewed optimism about stability, stressing the importance of close cooperation with security forces. Puntland State authorities said they intend to safeguard newly liberated areas, deepen coordination with local leaders and expand security operations across the region.

• Residents urged sustained engagement between civilians and security forces to protect recent gains.
• The government aims to partner with local communities to anchor peace and reduce opportunities for militant regrouping.
• Officials signaled continued, region-wide efforts to extend security and support recovery.

By Ali Musa
Axadle Times international–Monitoring.