U.S. 'strongly' urges Somalia leaders to de-escalate tensions
"We strongly urge Somalia’s leaders to take immediate steps to de-escalate tensions in Mogadishu, refrain from provocative actions, and avoid violence," The United States Embassy in Somalia said in a social media post.
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- Published Date: 11:59 | 27 December 2021
- Modified Date: 11:59 | 27 December 2021
The United States Embassy in Somalia on Monday called for a de-escalation of tensions in the Horn of Africa country after President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed suspended the prime minister's powers.
"We strongly urge Somalia's leaders to take immediate steps to de-escalate tensions in Mogadishu, refrain from provocative actions, and avoid violence," it said on Twitter.