MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud received a message of solidarity from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi following an attack on the Somali leader’s convoy. The two leaders held a phone call on Tuesday to discuss the incident and exchange support.
In his message, President El-Sisi strongly condemned the assault, reaffirming Egypt’s unwavering support for Somalia in its fight against terrorism and violence. El-Sisi also extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and hoped for a swift recovery for the injured.
During their phone conversation, President Mohamud thanked President El-Sisi for his thoughtful words and for Egypt’s ongoing support. He emphasized the strong bonds of brotherhood between the two nations and their peoples, noting that the solidarity shown by Egypt was a symbol of their deep friendship. Mohamud also reiterated Somalia’s commitment to continuing its efforts to combat terrorism, with the support of regional and international partners like Egypt.
The attack, which occurred on March 18, resulted in several casualties, but President Mohamud emerged unharmed. The incident underscores the persistent security challenges facing Somalia, where extremist groups continue to target government officials and civilians.
The phone call and message from Egypt come at a pivotal time for Somalia as it works to bolster its security forces and strengthen efforts against Al-Shabaab. The support from Egypt is seen as crucial in enhancing Somalia’s security infrastructure and stabilizing the country.
