AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMigration Tragedy: At least 139 people, including 15 children, died and 84 remain missing after an overcrowded boat capsized off Djibouti en route to Yemen. The crossing is used by migrants from Somalia and Ethiopia. Political Tensions: Somali opposition party Himilo Qaran warned against possible military action targeting opposition leaders, as government forces gathered near the homes of former President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire. The party called for talks on elections. Conflict and Aid: The UN urged an immediate halt to fighting in Baidoa, warning clashes are deepening civilian hardship as famine, displacement and flood risks grow. Separately, rival forces have taken several towns in recent days. Health: Somalia launched its first national mental health policy, setting a five-year framework to expand care and tackle stigma. Regional Security: Somalia condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi airports. Reports that Egypt is preparing a possible troop deployment to Somalia come amid rising Horn of Africa tensions and Ethiopia-Eritrea border accusations. Military Cooperation: Somalia’s army chief praised Uganda’s training support and sought a deeper partnership.
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