Lansana Kouyate, special UN representative for Somali, was saddened and angered by the failure of nearly two weeks of talks to agree on a public reconciliation and future political steps.
Kouyate said any pact was doomed by a squabble over who should represent the Southern Somali National Movement and it appeared unlikely the impasse would be overcome.
"I know that these leaders are fully aware of the possible consequences if they cannot now reach agreement," he added.
A Message from The Moscow Times:
Dear readers,
We are facing unprecedented challenges. Russia's Prosecutor General's Office has designated The Moscow Times as an "undesirable" organization, criminalizing our work and putting our staff at risk of prosecution. This follows our earlier unjust labeling as a "foreign agent."
These actions are direct attempts to silence independent journalism in Russia. The authorities claim our work "discredits the decisions of the Russian leadership." We see things differently: we strive to provide accurate, unbiased reporting on Russia.
We, the journalists of The Moscow Times, refuse to be silenced. But to continue our work, we need your help.
Your support, no matter how small, makes a world of difference. If you can, please support us monthly starting from just $2. It's quick to set up, and every contribution makes a significant impact.
By supporting The Moscow Times, you're defending open, independent journalism in the face of repression. Thank you for standing with us.
Remind me later.