Heavy gunfire reported in Somali capital

Heavy gunfire erupted across several neighborhoods in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, as tensions over delayed elections and President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s extended term intensified. Government forces and opposition-aligned fighters exchanged fire overnight, forcing residents to shelter amid reports of mortar attacks and property damage. Opposition leaders accused the government of suppressing planned demonstrations, while authorities said security operations were targeting armed groups. The unrest has raised concerns about political stability in Somalia, where efforts to reform the electoral system remain deeply contested. International partners have urged all sides to avoid violence and pursue dialogue.

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