Six Soldiers of SNA Laid to Rest in Beledweyne After Fatal Incident in El-Baraf District
Mogadishu (AX) – In a solemn ceremony held on Sunday in Beledweyne, the heart of the Hiran region, six soldiers from the federal government, tragically slain by clan militia in Middle Shabelle, were finally laid to rest.
The burial took place in the wake of an agreement forged between the Hawadle and Abgal traditional elders, though underlying tensions about achieving justice for the soldiers still simmer.
These soldiers, a group including Abdikafi Ali Cabdulle, Bile Xasan Cabdulle Sabriye, Abdi Abdullahi Adan, Farhaan Xasan Ali Cadow, Abshir Hussein Jimcaale, and Muhiyidiin Cabdulle Wehliye, met their untimely fate in El-Baraf district. They were on leave, simply trying to reconnect with their loved ones in the Hiiraan region.
Their burial drew notable figures such as Abdullahi Sanbalolshe, the Director of the Somali National Intelligence and Security Agency, along with army chief General Odowaa Yusuf Raagge. The event also saw the presence of traditional elders and grieving family members.
The Somali military court has actively pursued justice, issuing arrest warrants for 14 individuals suspected of involvement in these heinous killings. Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre has firmly rejected the notion of resolving this crisis through traditional clan talks. “The demand for accountability and justice is non-negotiable,” he passionately asserted in a recent statement.
Initially, the elders in Beledweyne were staunch in their opposition, insisting on capturing the culprits before laying the soldiers to rest. Yet, the decision to proceed with the funeral is perceived as a pivotal move towards cooling tempers while keeping the pressure on for justice to take its rightful course.
Beneath the somber surface lies the core message: balancing the critical need for justice with the pressing demand for peace in a region overshadowed by complexities. While the days remain fraught with uncertainty, the dialogue between traditional and modern approaches emerges as a beacon of hope.
Often, the art of real communication lies in marrying diverse perspectives, and here, the region stands at a crossroads between honoring customs and seeking equitable solutions. Amidst the grief, this tale of resolve and resilience is a testament to Somalia’s enduring spirit. By embracing diplomacy and strategy, even within the toughest challenges, meaningful progress can take root.
Edited by: Ali Musa
alimusa@axadletimes.com
Axadle international–Monitoring
