Current civil war in Somalia involves multiple factions and insurgencies

As of December 27, 2025, Somalia is experiencing an ongoing civil war involving multiple factions and insurgencies. The main belligerents include the Federal Government of Somalia, the Government of Puntland, and the Jubaland Dervish Force. Additionally, the self-declared state of Somaliland is also involved in the conflict.

On the opposing side, the Al-Qaeda-backed group Al-Shabaab, along with other allied Islamist insurgencies and the ISIS-backed Somalia Wilayah, are actively engaged in the fighting. The situation remains complex and fluid as these various factions continue to vie for control and influence within the region.

This civil war has significant implications for the stability of Somalia and the surrounding areas, as previously reported in related coverage of conflicts involving extremist groups in other parts of the world.