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More Troops Mutiny as Puntland's Economic Crisis Worsens

13 July 2026 · Verified · 3+ independent sources · Edition 6

Puntland Darawish forces have reportedly mutinied, blocking the main road between Bosaso and Garowe, in protest over several months of unpaid salaries. This incident occurs amidst a deteriorating economic situation in Puntland, a semi-autonomous region of Somalia. Bosaso, a key commercial hub, is significantly impacted by the unrest.

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