Somalia Backs U.S.-Iran Ceasefire as Global Powers Urge Lasting Deal

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: The federal government of Somalia has welcomed a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, as global powers voiced support for the truce and called for sustained negotiations to secure a lasting peace.

The two-week ceasefire took effect on Wednesday, with talks expected to begin in Islamabad later this week under mediation by Pakistan.

In a statement, Somalia said the agreement was a timely step toward de-escalation and confidence-building, urging full implementation and structured dialogue to achieve a comprehensive resolution.

Mogadishu also commended Washington’s role in advancing the deal and acknowledged Tehran’s engagement, while expressing appreciation to Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt for their mediation support.

Major global powers including China, France, Germany and Japan described the truce as a positive step, urging a diplomatic solution to the conflict.

Regional actors such as Qatar and Egypt also backed the ceasefire, calling for strict adherence and a pathway toward a permanent agreement, while the Arab League said it could help prevent further escalation.

Somalia, a member of the United Nations Security Council, said stability in the Gulf and Red Sea regions remains critical given its strategic location along key maritime routes.

The ceasefire follows weeks of heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran that raised fears of a broader regional conflict, with concerns centred on Iran’s nuclear programme, missile capabilities and its role in regional crises.

The standoff also triggered volatility in global energy markets and renewed concerns over the security of key shipping lanes, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, a vital corridor for global oil supplies.

Analysts say the upcoming talks will be a critical test of whether the temporary truce can evolve into sustained dialogue, with implications for regional stability, global trade and energy security.