Wednesday September 17, 2025
Las Anod (HOL) - The Northeastern administration has accused
the Somaliland authorities of mobilizing troops along disputed border areas,
alleging preparations for an attack against the newly formed Northeastern
regional government.
In a statement issued by its Ministry of Security on
Wednesday, the Northeastern administration said it was “closely monitoring”
military movements by Somaliland, warning that the actions posed “a grave
threat to peace and stability” in the region and could destabilize the wider
Horn of Africa.
“This planned action poses a grave threat to the peace and
stability we have worked hard to establish, and could affect the entire Horn of
Africa region,” the statement read.
The administration warned that Somaliland would be held
fully responsible for the consequences of what it described as “aggression” and
urged the Federal Government of Somalia to uphold its constitutional duty to
protect the country’s territorial integrity. It also appealed to the United
Nations, African Union, IGAD, the Arab League, and other international partners
to condemn Somaliland’s alleged actions.
While saying it preferred dialogue and peaceful resolution,
the Northeastern administration vowed it was prepared to defend itself against
any attack.
Somaliland has not publicly acknowledged any troop movements
in the disputed areas and has yet to respond to the accusations.
The two sides have clashed in recent months over control of
contested territories in the Northeastern region, leading to heavy casualties
on both sides.