UN Somalia political mission closes after more than three decades
Politics · First reported 31 Oct, 11:37 · Updated 12:10
The UN political mission in Somalia ended operations on Saturday after a two-year transition requested by the Somali government. Its responsibilities have been transferred to Somali institutions, UN agencies and a UN office supporting African Union troops; the articles also describe political and security challenges facing Somalia.
- The UN Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia ceased operations after completing a two-year transition requested by the Somali government.
- The mission’s responsibilities were gradually transferred to Somali institutions, UN agencies and a UN office supporting African Union troops.
- The reports note continuing political divisions and violence, while UN humanitarian and development agencies and African Union troops remain in Somalia.
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- UN Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS)
- Closure
- Operations ceased on Saturday after a two-year transition
- Withdrawal request
- The Somali government formally requested withdrawal in 2024
- Mission established
- The UN Security Council established UNSOM in 2013
- Facilities affected by aid cuts
- UNICEF said 205 health and nutrition facilities had closed in August
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