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Former prime minister Hassan Ali Khaire warns over Mogadishu

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Former prime minister Hassan Ali Khaire warns over Mogadishu

Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire has accused the authorities of military movements targeting the homes of former leaders in Mogadishu. He believes these actions could worsen instability and is calling for dialogue on the electoral process, according to a statement reported by Shabellemedia amid growing political tensions.

Former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire has warned that military movements targeting the homes of former national leaders in Mogadishu could worsen instability and the political crisis in Somalia, according to Shabellemedia.

Hassan Ali Khaire accused Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of taking actions likely to create a hostile atmosphere in the capital. He also warned that these provocations could cause security disruptions and increase political uncertainty, according to a statement reported by Shabellemedia.

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