Somali News in English | The Somali Digest

Facebook Twitter Instagram Telegram Whatsapp
Menu
  • Top Stories
  • Somalia FMS News
    • Galmudug News
    • Hirshabelle News
    • Jubaland News
    • Puntland News
    • Southwest Somalia News
    • Somaliland News
    • SSC Somalia News
  • Somalia Politics News
    • Economy & Development
    • Education & Youth
    • Health & Environment
    • Society & Culture
  • Somalia Security News
Home Features

Garad Jama: Peace preferred, but SSC-Khaatumo ready for war

Dalmar by Dalmar
November 1, 2023
in Features, Somalia FMS News, Somalia Security News, Somaliland News, SSC Somalia News
0
Garad Jama: Peace preferred, but SSC-Khaatumo ready for war
104
SHARES
692
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Garad Jama Garad Ismail and 14 other cultural elders visited the Buuhoodle district in the Ayn (Cayn) region of Northern Somalia, sending a strong message to Somaliland and the Isaaq clans: While peace is preferred, SSC-Khaatumo will be prepared for war if that is what Somaliland desires.

Buuhoodle district, Ayn region, SSC-Khaatumo, SOMALIA.

Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Garad Jama Garad Ismail introduced the cultural elders representing the Sool, Sanaag, and Ayn regions. He emphasised their unity and purpose, highlighting the presence of all decision-makers. The cultural elders sought advice and guidance on handling the evolving situation. They expressed their preference for peace but also assured their readiness to confront any possible aggression.

Garad Jama addressed the ongoing stages of the conflict. The first stage included the initial fighting in Las Anod. The second stage concerned the defeat of Somaliland forces and the liberation of SSC-Khaatumo. The region is currently in the third stage, seeking peace and engaging with neighbouring parties. Although peace would be the preferred option, Garad Jama warned that if the rival side chooses violent confrontation, SSC-Khaatumo will respond adequately.

Preparations for clan conflict

Garad Jama stressed that SSC-Khaatumo’s dispute with Somaliland was not with its civilian population, including herders and neighbours, with whom they enjoyed peaceful coexistence. Their conflict was with the Hargeisa regime, which they had successfully removed from their territory on 25 August. However, if the regime resorted to inciting clan-based conflict, SSC would engage in the fight while still prioritising peace.

Garad Jama’s statement comes at a time when the Somaliland government has been preparing to renew conflict in the SSC-Khaatumo territories, focusing on involving clans in the fighting. Several sources have reported that the Somaliland army provided guns and ammunition to the tribal army in the Togdheer region’s Qorilugud village, indicating their readiness to attack Buuhoodle.

Analysts suggest that the self-proclaimed state might be waiting for the Puntland elections. It probably hopes that Puntland’s internal struggles will weaken SSC-Khaatumo and leave them unprepared for the attack. The warning issued by the cultural elders in Buuhoodle underscores the tense situation and the potential for further violence in the region. It highlights the complex dynamics involving various clans and the need for a peaceful resolution to prevent further escalation.

Tags: AynBuuhoodleCaynGarad Jama Garad IsmailSomali NewsSomali News in EnglishSomaliaSomalilandSSCSSC clan tensionsSSC conflictSSC conflict resolutionSSC peace talksSSC-KhaatumoSSC-KhatumoSSC-Khatumo forcesThe Somali Digest
Previous Post

UCID chairman Waraabe incites tribal tensions and calls for conflict

Next Post

FGS announced Puntland’s exclusion from NCC electoral system

Dalmar

Dalmar

Next Post
FGS announced Puntland exclusion from electoral system

FGS announced Puntland's exclusion from NCC electoral system

Latest News

  • All
  • Education & Youth
  • Features
  • Galmudug News
  • Hirshabelle News
  • Kenya
  • Somalia Politics News
  • Rule of Law & Corruption
  • Society & Culture
Al-Shabab Mogadishu bombings
Somalia Security News

Al-Shabab Bombings in Mogadishu, Following Stalled Operations

by Jama
December 3, 2023
0

Mogadishu, SOMALIA -- Al-Shabab today launched a series of coordinated bombings in Mogadishu, targeting military and commercial areas, amidst a...

Read more
Reactions Somalia Arms Embargo Lift

Reactions to the Lifting of Somalia’s Arms Embargo

December 2, 2023
SSC-Khatumo border Somalia

SSC-Khatumo Border Stabilization

December 2, 2023
Reactions Somalia Arms Embargo Lift

Somalia Arms Embargo Lift Expected Today

December 1, 2023
ATMIS Withdrawal

ATMIS Withdrawal: 3000 to Leave by End of Year

December 1, 2023

Welcome to The Somali Digest, your premier online source for all things Somali. Our mission is to provide you with the most up-to-date, comprehensive, and insightful news and features regarding Somalia and its diaspora.

Important Links

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Newsletter

Useful Link

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Help/FAQ
Facebook Instagram Telegram Whatsapp

©2023 The Somali Digest. All Rights Reserved.