Puntland Archives - Robert Lansing Institute

Somalia’s Political Fragmentation Fuels Al-Shabaab’s Resurgence

Somalia is entering a dangerous phase in which political fragmentation is becoming a force multiplier for jihadist expansion. The latest EUAA assessment indicates that Al-Shabaab’s resilience is not primarily the…

July 7, 2026Al Shabaab, Puntland, Somalia

Governance

Somalia-Khatumo State focuses on autonomy, with risk of tribal clashes and separatist moods in the rest of the country

The decision of SSC-Khatumo state based in Las Anod city, Somalia not to be the part of the 2024 Puntland elections, insisting on being a separate state may set a precedent for other Somalian regions with similar aspirations. Following a…

December 26, 2023Puntland, Somalia, Somaliland

Governance Terrorism

Rising insecurity in Somalia increases terrorist risks in the region

The dispute over Sool and Sanaag in Somalia provides a potential risk of violent extremist organisation infiltration or utilisation of the area. The longer and more divisive a dispute between Somaliland and…

February 9, 2023Puntland, Somalia, Somaliland

Governance Democracy

President Farmajo’s assertiveness brought about political crisis in Somalia

The federal government of Somalia could face sanctions and visa restrictions, to respond to non-productive efforts to undermine peace and stability. President Farmajo’s efforts to strengthen the presidency have left him isolated from member…

April 15, 2021Jubbaland, Puntland, Somalia

Puntland

Somalia’s Political Fragmentation Fuels Al-Shabaab’s Resurgence

Somalia-Khatumo State focuses on autonomy, with risk of tribal clashes and separatist moods in the rest of the country

Rising insecurity in Somalia increases terrorist risks in the region

President Farmajo’s assertiveness brought about political crisis in Somalia

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