MOGADISHU – The Federal Government of Somalia has categorically rejected and strictly prohibited any use of its territory for the establishment of foreign military bases or the launching of attacks against third countries, reaffirming its uncompromising stance on national sovereignty and regional security.

In a statement issued on Friday, Somalia’s Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism, Daud Aweis Jama, stressed that the government will not tolerate under any circumstances actions that could transform Somali territory into a platform for external military operations, warning that such activities would pose serious risks to regional stability and the safety of civilians.

The Minister confirmed that federal authorities have heightened security and diplomatic vigilance in response to evolving regional developments, noting that Somalia is closely monitoring any moves that could expose the country to indirect involvement in external conflicts.

He underscored that Somalia’s position is grounded in the principles of state sovereignty, non-interference, and adherence to international law, adding that the government remains firmly opposed to any arrangements that could undermine these principles or compromise the country’s long-term security interests.

Somali officials further emphasized that the state’s foreign and security policy is guided by the protection of civilian lives, the preservation of territorial integrity, and the promotion of regional peace, making clear that Somalia will neither permit nor facilitate military confrontations involving foreign actors on its soil.

The statement reflects Mogadishu’s broader effort to project a clear and consistent policy posture amid rising geopolitical tensions in the region, positioning Somalia as a responsible actor committed to stability rather than escalation.