In the early hours of the morning, Somalia’s embattled President Mohammed Abdullahi Farmaajo delivered a pre-recorded televised address, attempting to reassure the nation while reaffirming the 17 September electoral pact and Baidoa advisory recommendations. His speech blamed domestic spoilers and foreign instigators for the escalating conflict, yet it fell on deaf ears as opposition forces had already seized control of more than half of Mogadishu. Farmaajo’s few remaining allies, including the presidents of Galmudug, Hirshabelle, South West State, and the Governor of Banaadir, publicly denounced his attempt to extend his mandate, while Prime Minister Roble called for an immediate cessation of hostilities. International partners welcomed these interventions, highlighting Farmaajo’s growing isolation.