ATMIS Drawdown: Delayed Phase 2 Completed
Mogadishu, SOMALIA - The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) drawdown process has emerged as a focal point of ...
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The ATMIS withdrawal from Somalia in June is a vital step in stabilizing the region. It involves 2000 soldiers from Kenya, Uganda, Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Burundi, aligning with UN Security Council Resolutions 2628, 2670, and 2687, showing a commitment to restoring stability and sovereignty.
Chaired by ATMIS Force Commander Lt. Gen. Sam Okiding, the four-day meeting in Mogadishu showcased collaborative efforts among contributing countries. Discussions covered the general security situation, the persistent threat of Al-Shabaab, and resolutions to enhance sector commanders’ capabilities.
The withdrawal’s success depends on evaluating its initial phase impact and planning subsequent operations carefully. As the international community supports Somalia’s journey towards self-reliance, ATMIS withdrawal marks a crucial milestone in collectively pursuing a stable and secure Somalia. The handover of six Forward Operating Bases empowers local authorities to take control.
Villa Somalia: Somali National Army Assumes Security
Mogadishu, SOMALIA - In a historic development, the Somali National Army has officially assumed the responsibility of providing general security ...
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ATMIS Withdrawal: 3000 to Leave by End of Year
Mogadishu, SOMALIA – In response to battlefield losses in August 2023, the Somali government urgently requested an extension of the ...
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UNSOS supports ATMIS to acquire helicopters to fight al-Shabaab
The United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) supports the African Union Transitional Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to acquire three ...
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ATMIS handed over the Raga El base to Somali National Army
African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) handed over the Raga El (Raga Ceel, Raaga Ceelle) forward operating base (FOB) ...
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Somalia’s quiet front: Mutiny, monsoon, and military challenges
Following the unfortunate fall of Osweyne on 26 August, a silence enveloped the eastern Galgaduud and parts of Middle Shabelle. ...
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Strengthening security ties: Somalia’s President visits Eritrea
Earlier today, Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud embarked on a working trip to Eritrea, strengthening security ties between the two ...
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Somalia at the crossroads: PSC meeting sheds light on security strategy
Somalia stands at the crossroads: In a significant development regarding the nation's security transition, the Peace and Security Council (PSC) ...
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Jubaland VP advocates for extending ATMIS withdrawal to 2025
Mohamud Sayid Aden, Jubaland Vice President (VP), advocates for extending the drawdown of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia ...
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Djiboutian President cites Afghanistan as warning for Somalia
Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh cites Afghanistan as a warning for Somalia. In a recent interview, the President commented on ...
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Hassan Sheikh Plans Kismayo Visit to Leader He Tried to Oust
Mogadishu, SOMALIA - President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud is reportedly planning to visit Kismayo this week for a meeting with Jubaland...
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