President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has acknowledged that Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre is actively seeking a resolution to the ongoing conflict in Las Anod.
During a recent statement, President Mohamud emphasized that the conflict remains unresolved, with both sides still holding prisoners, and highlighted the Prime Minister’s efforts to create an environment conducive to dialogue despite existing obstacles to serious negotiations.
Prime Minister Barre’s visit to Las Anod has been met with mixed reactions.
While some local leaders and residents welcomed the visit, viewing it as a step towards strengthening ties between Mogadishu and the SSC-Khaatumo administration, others have expressed concern. Somaliland authorities condemned the visit as an infringement on their territorial claims, warning that it could reignite tensions in the region.
The situation in Las Anod remains complex, with historical grievances and territorial disputes contributing to the current tensions. The Federal Government’s involvement, through Prime Minister Barre’s visit, underscores the delicate balance between seeking national unity and respecting regional autonomy.