Somaliland’s Ministry of Defense has warned of a potential military confrontation with forces from Somalia’s Puntland Administration, alleging that it has received intelligence indicating preparations for an attack against the Somaliland National Army in the coming days.
In a statement addressed to the international community, regional governments and the United Nations, the ministry identified the Puntland Security Force (PSF) and the Puntland Maritime Police Force (PMPF) among the forces it alleges are involved in the reported plans.
The ministry did not publicly disclose further details of the intelligence or provide specific information about the alleged preparations.
Somaliland is prepared for defense
The Ministry of Defense said the government was treating the reported threat seriously and had taken what it described as the necessary measures to protect Somaliland’s population and territory.
The statement reaffirmed the government’s position that it would respond to any aggression against Somaliland, stressing its commitment to defending the country’s citizens, territorial integrity and sovereignty.
“We will defend ourselves and our people with all available resources,” the ministry said, outlining its stated position on the reported threat.
The statement did not specify what defensive measures had been implemented or provide operational details regarding the military’s preparations.
Appeal to the United Nations and international community
Somaliland’s Ministry of Defense called on the United Nations and the wider international community to condemn what it described as a potential act of aggression and support Somaliland’s right to self-defense.
The ministry also warned that the Puntland Administration would be held accountable if an attack occurred.
The appeal places the reported security concern within a broader diplomatic context, with Somaliland seeking international attention to what its government characterizes as a threat to its security and territorial sovereignty.
Call for peaceful resolution
Despite its warning, the ministry said Somaliland remained committed to peaceful coexistence and cooperation with neighbouring administrations and regional governments.
It called on Puntland to reconsider its approach and urged that disputes be resolved through peaceful means rather than military confrontation.
The statement concluded by reiterating Somaliland’s determination to protect its citizens and territory while maintaining its stated commitment to regional peace and cooperation.
As of the issuance of the statement, no response from the Puntland Administration was included in the material provided. Further information from Puntland, independent verification of the intelligence assessment, and any additional statements from regional or international authorities would be necessary to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged threat.
