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Updated 04:02 UTC, Nov 7, 2026

What is happening in Somalia?

Somalia is currently rated Elevated on WARNPOINT's open-source instability index, scoring 41/100. The assessment fuses 2 reports from open intelligence sources and refreshes continuously. The most recent development: “US forces leave important airfield in Somalia” (Task & Purpose, 6h ago).

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• US forces leave important airfield in Somalia
  TASK & PURPOSE6h ago
• Somalia: Court Says President Term Extension Unlawful
  ALLAFRICA9h ago

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