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Overview The socio-political landscape of Somalia during the second quarter of 2025 presents a complex interplay of progress and challenges. Key advancements in national priorities are noteworthy; however, these gains are overshadowed by lingering uncertainties within the political arena. As Somalia approaches pivotal elections scheduled for 2026, it becomes increasingly imperative to assess how these developments may influence the country’s…

The tribal competition for acquiring small arms in Somalia, involving the arming of the clan-based Maawisley group in the past, the perceived need for self-defense due to conflicts between clans across much of the country, the communities that fight and seize weapons from Al Shabaab, and the confiscation of a large weapons shipment by a clan militia near Abudwak in…