By Shire Abdi - Reporter
Mogadishu, 30 December 2025 The Federal Republic of Somalia has reaffirmed its firm and principled position in support of the sovereignty, unity, security, stability, and territorial integrity of the sisterly Republic of Yemen, categorically rejecting any attempts or interventions that seek to undermine Yemen’s unity or infringe upon its constitutional legitimacy and national institutions.
In a press statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on December 30, 2025, the Somali government reiterated its full support for the legitimate government of Yemen, emphasizing its strong belief in the importance of peaceful political solutions led by Yemenis themselves. The statement stressed that such solutions are essential to preserving state sovereignty and fulfilling the aspirations of the Yemeni people for security, stability, and development.
Within this context, Somalia commended the pivotal and responsible role played by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in supporting Yemen’s security and stability. The statement highlighted Saudi Arabia’s continued political, diplomatic, and humanitarian efforts aimed at ending the Yemeni crisis, alleviating humanitarian suffering, and supporting a comprehensive peace process in accordance with regionally and internationally agreed reference frameworks.
The Somali government also praised the role undertaken by the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen for its efforts to protect Yemen’s state institutions, preserve its sovereignty and territorial integrity, and support the peace process in a manner that contributes to achieving security and stability for Yemen and the wider region, in line with international legitimacy and agreed reference frameworks.
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Furthermore, Somalia affirmed its full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in its efforts to promote regional security and stability, reiterating its rejection of any threats that undermine the security of the Kingdom, international maritime navigation, or the stability of countries in the region.
The statement underscored that the security and stability of Yemen constitute a fundamental pillar for the security of the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden, and the Horn of Africa. Somalia called on the international community to continue supporting efforts aimed at reaching a comprehensive and sustainable political solution that ends the conflict and restores Yemen’s security, stability, and its natural role within its Arab and regional surroundings.
