U.N calls for massive international support to Somalia
By OMAR FARUK
Associated Press
MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) — U.N Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has appealed for “massive international support” for Somalia as he visited the East African country that is facing the worst drought in decades. He said Somalia is facing humanitarian difficulties even as it combats a serious terrorism threat. The U.N secretary-general was given a red carpet welcome complete with a guard of honor as he was received at the main international airport by Somalia and U.N officials. Food security experts say life remains “extremely critical” for more than 6 million hungry people in Somalia’s historic drought. The country also faces insecurity as it battles thousands of fighters from al-Qaida’s East Africa affiliate, al-Shabab.
