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Mogadishu and Puntland Clash Over Federal Troop Recruitment Powers

06 July 2026 · Corroborated · 2 sources · Edition 4

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud issued a strong statement indicating a lack of formal cooperation between the Federal Government and Puntland, beyond Puntland's status as part of the Somali Republic. This declaration underscores ongoing tensions, particularly regarding federal troop recruitment powers.

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