By Horn Africa News
MOGADISHU – Sudanese military officials have formally urged Somalia’s federal government to halt what they describe as a “covert flow” of mercenaries and weapons being channeled through Puntland, reportedly with backing from the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
According to security sources cited by Caasimada Online, Sudan has raised concerns that the movement of armed personnel and military equipment could destabilize the Horn of Africa and threaten regional security. Somali federal officials have confirmed that the Sudanese complaint underscores wider international unease over the presence of privately supplied forces and arms within Somali territory, particularly in Puntland, which could inflame local tensions.
Reports suggest that the UAE has been supporting armed groups operating in Somalia without coordination with Mogadishu. This activity has fueled concerns about the potential political and security consequences for Somalia and its neighboring countries.
In response, Somalia’s federal authorities are reportedly under mounting pressure to monitor and regulate the influx of weapons and mercenary forces to safeguard national security and reduce the risk of conflict escalation.
The situation highlights the complex political and security dynamics in the Horn of Africa, where foreign military involvement in Somalia could spark disputes and further regional instability.
Observers are now closely watching how Somalia’s federal government will address Sudan’s concerns and manage the UAE’s involvement in Puntland, given the significant implications for domestic and regional stability.
