By Mohamed Abdi - Reporter
Somalia (Dawan Africa), 5 June 2026 – The United Nations said repeated warnings about the risk of Somalia sliding back into the political crisis that engulfed the country in 2021 were not heeded, following violence in Mogadishu that has heightened concerns over political stability.
In a statement delivered by UN Secretary-General spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric on Thursday, the UN said its mission in Somalia and international partners had repeatedly warned Somali leaders about the dangers of repeating the 2021 crisis, which stemmed from disputes over the country’s electoral roadmap.
“Those warnings were, unfortunately, not heeded,” the statement said.
The United Nations Transitional Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS) called on Somali leaders to place the national interest above political differences and resume dialogue following the collapse of talks on 15 May.
The mission said Somalia’s international partners remain ready to facilitate discussions aimed at resolving the current political impasse.
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres said he was alarmed by reports of violence in Mogadishu and stressed the urgent need for all stakeholders to return to negotiations and agree on a path forward.
He warned that renewed political confrontation could jeopardize Somalia’s hard-won gains and underscored the importance of protecting civilians and civilian infrastructure.
Guterres called on all parties to exercise maximum restraint, avoid actions that could trigger further violence, and resolve their political differences through dialogue and consensus.
The statement came amid heightened tensions in Mogadishu following armed clashes that have deepened divisions between the Federal Government and opposition leaders.