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Chaos Erupts in Somalia's Parliament Over Constitutional Amendments

1/29/2026

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Scuffles erupted in Somalia's parliament during a session aimed at advancing proposed constitutional amendments.
Opposition lawmakers protested the speaker's agenda, citing attempts under former president Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed that produced a 2021 constitutional crisis.
The session was suspended after lawmakers disrupted proceedings, tearing up agenda papers and shouting slogans.
Speaker Adan Madobe warned of disciplinary actions against those responsible.
The future of the proposed amendments remains uncertain.

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Scuffles erupted in Somalia's parliament during a session aimed at advancing proposed constitutional amendments.
Opposition lawmakers protested the speaker's agenda, citing attempts under former president Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed that produced a 2021 constitutional crisis.
The session was suspended after lawmakers disrupted proceedings, tearing up agenda papers and shouting slogans.
Speaker Adan Madobe warned of disciplinary actions against those responsible.
The future of the proposed amendments remains uncertain.