Somali groups urged to join talks

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Speaking at a press conference, Sharif Ahmed said his government welcomed dialogue with any party willing to hold talks. "We regret there is war in southern Somalia with those who have formed an alliance against us and described us as infidels and apostates," Ahmed said. "This war proves that their...

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