Friday February 27, 2026
Hargeisa (HOL) — Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro has called for an immediate end to fighting in the Waqdaria and Shidan areas under Lasqoray district in the Sanaag region, urging warring parties to respect the sanctity of Ramadan.
Speaking on Thursday, President Irro appealed directly to those involved in the clashes to halt the violence.
The Minister of State for Interior and Security, Abdirashid Mohamed Ahmed also issued a peace appeal, confirming that the violence involves two clans. He urged the parties to cease hostilities unconditionally and said the ministry is committed to resolving disputes through dialogue while preserving community honor and brotherhood.
The opposition Kulmiye party likewise expressed concern over the bloodshed, describing it as tragic that Muslims were fighting during Ramadan. The party called on the government to urgently mediate between the clans and mobilize traditional elders and intellectuals in the area to broker a lasting settlement.
Meanwhile, the Northeastern administration on Thursday accused Somaliland of inciting the conflict in Waqdaria, alleging that external interference contributed to the violence. Somaliland authorities have not formally responded to that accusation.
Independent reports from the area, however, suggest the clashes stem from longstanding inter-clan disputes over land and grazing boundaries. Local sources say tensions between two clans escalated in recent days, leading to armed confrontation.
