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The United States has increased the number of Somali officials under visa restrictions for undermining the country’s democratic process. The sanction comes after the country again failed to hold elections as planned. According to the new program, the election will take place at the end of the month. The names …

The United States announced visa restrictions against current or former Somali officials whom it accused of undermining democratic processes. The restriction comes as the United States pushes for credible elections in Somalia – which have long been delayed. In a statement, State Secretary Antony Blinken said the visa restrictions applied …