Thursday , May 28, 2026 (Baidoa Online) -Federal troops advance toward Dhusamareeb after moving through Mareergur from Xarardheere. amid Galmudug political crisis.
Political and military tensions continue to escalate across central Somalia as federal troops advance closer to Dhusamareeb following their movement from Xarardheere through Mareergur.
Multiple security sources say the Federal Government is considering stronger measures if ongoing disagreements with Galmudug President Ahmed Abdi Kariye “Qoorqoor” remain unresolved.
At the center of the dispute is the future political leadership of Galmudug, with reports indicating that Villa Somalia is seeking to influence the upcoming electoral process in Dhusamareeb without the involvement of the current Galmudug administration.
Analysts familiar with Galmudug affairs warn that the situation could deteriorate into armed confrontation unless a political settlement is reached through dialogue.
Local residents and officials have expressed growing concern over increasing troop deployments and the possibility of instability in the region as tensions remain high and developments continue to unfold rapidly.