KISMAYO, Somalia [SMN] – The president of Jubaland state Ahmed Madobe delivered a speech on the commemoration of the 1st July, which is the 63rd Independence day.
Madobe slammed the war in Sool region between Somaliland troops and SSC fighters that claimed the lives of hundreds of innocent lives and forced thousands to flee their houses.
Jubaland leader said dialogue could have been resolved the dispute without using bullets or force. He said that there is a need to stop the ongoing hostility unconditionally.
War on Al-Shabaab in Jubaland
The regional President praised the operations of the Jubaland Army and the SNA in many parts of his state by reopening the roads in the districts previously controlled by Al-Shabab.
He said operations are part of the second phase of Somalia-led military campaign against Al-Shabaab that FGS wants to finalize this year with the support of the frontline-states.
On the other hand, the president called on the traditional elders and politicians in Gedo region to resolve the differences through dialogue and work on the reconciliation process.
