Somalia: Mogadishu's 'Forced' Eviction Turns Into War

Somalia: Mogadishu's 'Forced' Eviction Turns Into War

The demolition of homes in Tookiyo neighbourhood, in Mogadishu's Yaqshiid district, has triggered tensions and clashes between government forces and local residents who opposed the operation. The demolitions began around midnight and were still continuing, with local reports saying nearly 10 people had been injured in the confrontation.

Former Presidents Condemn Mogadishu Evictions as Hundreds of Families Are Reportedly Displaced

Mogadishu (WDN) — Somalia’s former presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed have strongly condemned the forced displacement of residents in Mogadishu’s Tookiyo neighborhood, describing the destruction of homes and removal of families as a deeply troubling abuse of state power. Their statements came after government security forces reportedly carried out an early-morning operation in Tookiyo, Yaqshiid district, forcin…

Heavy weapons reportedly used during Mogadishu evictions as Turkish F-16s fly over capital – Axadle

Somalia: Heavy weapons reportedly used in Mogadishu evictions as Turkish F-16s conduct low flights over capital MOGADISHU, Somalia (Axadle) — A forced eviction operation in Mogadishu turned violent on Sunday, with Somali federal security forces reportedly deploying heavy weapons as Turkish F-16 fighter jets flew over the capital amid mounting tensions over a contentious demolition […]