Somalia’s Interior Minister Calls for Unity in War Against ISIS in Puntland

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Somalia’s Federal Minister of Interior and Reconciliation, Ali Yusuf Ali Hosh, has commended Puntland forces for their ongoing offensive against ISIS militants in the Al-Miskaat mountains of the Bari region.

The minister urged the Somali people to unite in the fight against terrorism, emphasizing the serious threat posed by ISIS to both Somalia and the wider region.

“ISIS is a group that emerged from extremist ideologies originating in other countries. It is a global threat that has harmed many communities worldwide. Many nations have managed to defeat them, and this battle will be the final stand where this extremist group is crushed,” he stated.

He called on Somali leaders to put aside political differences and work together to eliminate ISIS from the mountainous regions of Bari.

“This group must not be underestimated or ignored. Cooperation, unity, and national solidarity are essential. We must avoid political disputes and actions that create divisions among our people. Instead, we should focus on fostering unity to achieve victory against ISIS,” the minister added.

His remarks come as Puntland forces continue their sustained military operations against ISIS in the region, securing significant battlefield victories in recent weeks.