In Somalia, the Supreme Court rules the continuation in power of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud "illegal"

Somalia faces political turmoil as the Supreme Court ruled the president's continued rule illegal, coinciding with the withdrawal of Ugandan troops amid ongoing threats from Al-Shabaab. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's government is under pressure six months before the delayed presidential elections set for May 2027. The Supreme Court's decision challenges the legitimacy of a new constitution that extended the presidential term, which the opposition claims was tailored to benefit Mohamud. The president's recent dismissal of the Supreme Court chief has been rejected by the court, emphasizing the need for judicial independence. The withdrawal of Ugandan forces, crucial to the African Union mission in Somalia, adds to the security challenges as local authorities express growing discontent with the central government.