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Former Somali President Files Supreme Court Petition Against Constitutional Changes

17 October 2026 · Corroborated · 2 sources · Edition 19

A former Somali President has formally filed a petition with the Supreme Court challenging recent constitutional amendments. This legal action seeks to contest the legality and process of the changes made to the country's constitution. The petition underscores significant political opposition to the amendments and could lead to a constitutional crisis.

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