The Government of Somaliland has strongly condemned the violent assault allegedly perpetrated by the Mogadishu administration, local militias from the eastern Sool region, and Al-Shabaab-affiliated militants in Buuhoodle. This coordinated attack targeted civilians in Qorilugud and has raised serious concerns about the potential disruption of Somaliland’s upcoming democratic elections on November 13, 2024.
In a press release, the Somaliland Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the attack as a “blatant attempt” by the “failed Mogadishu administration” to undermine Somaliland’s democratic processes. Notably, Abdiqani Sulub, a senior figure in an Al-Shabaab camp in Buuhoodle, was reportedly killed during the clash, confirming the group’s involvement in the violence.
Somaliland characterized these actions as a “grave violation” of its sovereignty and a direct threat to peace and stability within its borders. The statement condemned the Mogadishu regime’s tactics, describing them as evidence of their desperation and disregard for human life. Somaliland authorities warned that this conflict not only threatens their democratic process but also poses a destabilizing risk for the Horn of Africa.
The Government of Somaliland has called on the international community to condemn the aggression from the “failed Halane regime” in Mogadishu. It urges global partners to denounce this “blatant act of destabilization” and support Somaliland in conducting its elections free from external interference and violence.
Despite these challenges, Somaliland remains committed to defending its citizens and upholding democratic principles. “We will not be intimidated, nor will we allow our democratic path to be obstructed by such acts of aggression,” the government declared, affirming its dedication to sovereignty and its pursuit of peace, stability, and democracy.
As the November 13 elections approach, Somaliland’s leadership calls on its allies and the broader international community to unite against any actions threatening regional peace and to support Somaliland’s democratic aspirations.
Read below the full press release:
Somaliland Government Condemns Mogadishu Regime’s Aggression Against Qorilugud: Calls for International Condemnation,
Hargeisa, Somaliland, November 02nd, 2024 – The Government of the Republic of Somaliland unequivocally condemns the brutal assault carried out yesterday by the Mogadishu regime, in collaboration with militias from the eastern Sool region and Al-Shabaab-affiliated terrorists in Buuhoodle, targeting innocent citizens in Qorilugud town and its surrounding areas. This deliberate act of violence is a blatant attempt by the failed Mogadishu administration to undermine Somaliland’s upcoming democratic elections on November 13, 2024.
In a significant development, Abdiqani Sulub, the 2nd in Command at the Al-Shabaab camp in Buuhoodle, was killed in this conflict, further confirming Al-Shabaab’s involvement. The international community must be made aware of this. These actions constitute a grave violation of Somaliland’s sovereignty and an assault on its peace and stability. The Mogadishu regime’s deployment of aggression and terror tactics against Somaliland’s citizens reveals their utter desperation and lack of respect for human life. This attack is a direct threat not only to Somaliland’s democratic process but to the stability of the entire Horn of Africa.
The Republic of Somaliland calls upon the international community to forcefully condemn this aggression by the failed Halane regime. We urge all our partners to take a resolute stance against this blatant act of destabilization and support Somaliland’s right to conduct its elections free from foreign interference and violence.
Somaliland remains firm in its commitment to protect its citizens, uphold democratic values, and preserve our sovereignty against these unwarranted attacks. We will not be intimidated, nor will we allow our democratic path to be obstructed by such acts of aggression.
The Government of Somaliland calls on its allies and the broader international community to stand with us in condemning this attack, upholding international law, and supporting the will of the Somaliland people to pursue peace, stability, and democracy.
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