Somalia : The African Union and IGAD call for calm after new clashes

The African Union (AU) Commission and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) have expressed deep concern over recent armed clashes in Mogadishu, amid rising political tensions. Both organizations have called for an immediate cessation of hostilities, restraint from all stakeholders, and respect for civilians, while urging Somali actors to prioritize dialogue and constitutional mechanisms to resolve their disputes.