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Somali government forces, opposition militias
Mogadishu, Somalia
June 4, 2026
"Fighting between government forces and opposition militias in Mogadishu. Violence sparked by President Mohamud's term extension and election delays. Civilians are fleeing as infrastructure is damaged."
Author: Ken Menkhaus
This book provides a deep analysis of Somalia's political fragmentation, the fragility of its central government, and the historical cycles of conflict that continue to plague Mogadishu, offering essential context for the current political instability.