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Puntland responds to FGS: We are responsible for our resources

06 September 2026 · Single source · Edition 15

Puntland's Information Minister, Farxaan Cali Xirsi, strongly responded to the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), asserting Puntland's authority over its resources. He stated that the FGS lacks authorization to conduct operations within Puntland, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding security and political jurisdiction.

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