Turkey Deploys 500 Troops to Somalia in Expanded Military Pact
The deployment of Turkish forces in Somalia arrives at a pivotal moment for both the region and the broader African landscape. With the African Union transitioning from the African Union Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to the African Union Security Support Mission in Somalia (AUSSS), the stakes have never been higher. The move comes against a backdrop of critical funding gaps that threaten the stability that has been painstakingly built over the years. This change is particularly pertinent given the recent shifts in U.S. foreign…