Somalia Declares Order Restored After Two Days of Fighting in Mogadishu

Somalia declares order restored after two days of fighting in Mogadishu

Violence that paralysed two Mogadishu districts subsides, but opposition rejects president’s rule and vows to fight on.

Somalia says order restored after two days of fighting in Mogadishu

BREAKINGBy Faisal AliSaturday June 6, 2026 Disruption across parts of Mogadishu began easing on Friday as the fighting drew to a close. [Faisal Ali/Al Jazeera] Mogadishu, Somalia – After more than two days of gunfire, explosions and mounting fear in Somalia’s capital, the fighting between government forces and opposition fighters has begun to subside, and […]

Mogadishu Violence Eases as Opposition Challenges President’s Authority

Recent reduction in violence in Mogadishu amid political tension. Community leaders mediate peace talks. Opposition challenges president’s rule. United Nations calls for dialogue over armed conflict. Importance of inclusive governance highlighted for sustainable peace in Somalia.

Somalia: Mogadishu Calm After Clashes as Mediation Efforts Focus on Election Dispute

Mogadishu, Somalia — Relative calm returned to Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, on Friday following two days of clashes linked to a growing political dispute over the country's electoral process.