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Mogadishu (AX) — On Monday, the Somali Salvation Forum, a coalition comprised of influential opposition leaders, conveyed its doubts about the upcoming political meetings slated for June 15 and 22. They expressed concern that President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud may be pursuing a unilateral agenda regarding crucial decisions on elections and national security. This skepticism highlights a profound and ongoing tension in Somalia’s political landscape, raising critical questions about the future of democracy in the nation. In a…

In an unequivocal declaration, Somalia's opposition coalition has castigated President Mohamud's government, accusing it of forsaking the nation's federal architecture and diminishing vital constitutional checks and balances. To those familiar with Somalia's intricate political landscape, might this be the rubicon we had hoped to avoid? "The president has reduced the constitutional framework to mere window dressing," the coalition’s statement proclaimed. It continues, "Such actions flagrantly breach…

Garowe (AX) – On Tuesday, Northeastern State's Information Minister, Engineer Mohamud Aydid Dirir, leveled accusations against Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, claiming he has dropped the ball on prepping for Somalia's 2026 elections.From Garowe, Dirir took a swing at the National Consultative Council (NCC) gathering, suggesting it's all smoke and mirrors to let President Hassan Sheikh angle for a term extension. "Hassan's autocratic ways have met their match," Dirir declared. "He'll get the boot from Villa Somalia…