Tuesday, May 26, 2026 (Baidoa Online) -In Mogadishu, the government has deployed heavily armed security forces around the residence of former President Sheikh Sharif, in what appears to be a significant escalation of the ongoing political tensions in the capital.
According to multiple accounts, the security presence was reinforced during the night, with armed units positioned in and around key access points leading to the former president’s home. The move comes amid rising political friction between the federal government and sections of the opposition.
The development is seen as part of broader security measures linked to expected protests and heightened political activity in the city. It has further intensified concerns over the stability of the political situation in Mogadishu, where tensions have been building in recent days.
No official statement has yet been issued explaining the deployment.