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The change is set out in the National Anticipatory Action (AA) Roadmap (2025–2028). The plan will be led by the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA).
The termination means Somali TPS holders must either depart the U.S. by the March 17 deadline or obtain another lawful immigration status to remain in the country.
The Cabinet concluded that the decision was adopted “in accordance with the supreme national interest of the Federal Republic of Somalia,” underscoring the government’s position that safeguarding sovereignty and unity remains paramount.
The said officials allegedly seized 76 metric tons of donor-supported food assistance from a US-funded World Food Programme warehouse.
The aid suspension comes against a backdrop of growing tension between the Trump administration and Somali communities, both in Somalia and within the United States. In recent months, the administration has taken steps that include tighter limits on Somali immigration, air strikes against armed groups inside Somalia, and public criticism directed at Somali Americans.
The Somali government said the visit constituted a serious violation of Somalia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political unity, and amounted to an unacceptable interference in the internal affairs of a sovereign Member State of the United Nations.
Amb. Osman said Somalia's election to the council and its assumption of the presidency "symbolizes Somalia's commitment to strengthening multilateralism."
The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs said the unified sermon will be delivered during Friday prayers on January 2, 2026.
The regional bloc said it aligns with the African Union’s position and urged all stakeholders to act within established regional and international legal frameworks.
President Hassan also stressed the importance of peaceful dialogue with Somaliland,noting Somalia’s continued commitment to negotiation to preserve national cohesion.
At the heart of the forum’s message was a call for clarity from the presidency. It urged President Mohamud to present a clear national strategy to confront the twin challenges of national fragmentation and terrorism, saying such a plan is vital to protect the country from further instability and to restore public confidence in leadership.
The ministers warned that the recognition of parts of sovereign states constituted a serious precedent that threatens international peace and security.