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Somali Opposition Declares Parliament Speaker Election Committee Illegal

02 August 2026 · Verified · 3+ independent sources · Edition 10

The Somali opposition has reportedly declared the committee responsible for the election of the Parliament Speaker as illegal. This move signals a deepening political dispute over the legitimacy and fairness of the electoral process. The opposition's stance could further complicate the selection of parliamentary leadership.

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