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UN closes its last political mission in Somalia after 31 years

Ceased operations October 31, 2026, after its two-year transition; functions passed to Somali institutions and UN agencies

For 31 years the United Nations has run political missions in Somalia. The last one, the UN Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS), ceased operations on October 31, 2026. Its functions passed to Somali institutions and UN agencies that remain in the country.

Updated Oct 31