Unlike most Isaaq on this forum , Madelina is reasonable Isaaq, he supports his clan (Isaaq), at the same time respects Dhulbahante people who don't want to be part of Secessionist Somaliland.
As a supporter of Secessionist Somaliland he said SSC movement is an “organization that' has a different political agenda from that off Somaliland”, that is realistic and rational.
Nobody wants war because at the end of the day people are losing lives. I don't consider SSC as a terrorists group as some do, but I see them as an organization that' has a different political agenda from that off Somaliland.
To avoid wars Somaliland should respect Dhulbahante people, forcing people to part of secession is an act of war. Many Isaaqs support secessionist Somaliland, and they will oppose if anyone forces them (Isaaqs)to be part of United Somalia. In 2011, many of us still remember 1988.
I don't consider SSC as a terrorists group as some do, but I see them as an organization that' has a different political agenda from that off Somaliland.
Good for you if you believe that SSC Movement are group of people who have different views. BUT the problem is Warlord Siilaanyo, his Somaliland/SNM faction and his clan supporters consider SSC Dhulbahante Movement as enemy - the word terrorist is used to get support from Melez/Habash. It seems in this situation War is inevitable just like 1988.
As for the Dhulbahanto people ( don't want to confuse the SSC and Dhulbahanto), it's no secret that they are divided between Somaliland/Puntland and SSC and it's certainly not fair to say ALL Dhulbahanto are SSC. There for, I don't see why Somaliland has to give heed to the SSC group when we have Somaliland Dhulbahanto that are supporting us.
In 1988 President Siyaad Barre and his spy Riyaale said they don’t want to confuse SNM Clan faction with Isaaq people, they added that Isaaq people mostly supported Somali Government in 1988 look Riyaale (NSS Spy), look Faisal Waraabe (NSS Informer), look Gaboose (Siyad personal doctor), look cigaal (head of somali chamber of commerce in Mogadishu), look Cabdurahmaan Cirro (somali diplomat in Russia), look Warancdde(another nss spy)..........etc and today look Mohamed Oomar, Buubaa, Sifir, Kaluun, etc.
In 1998, Somali Government used same argument that not all isaaq supported snm clan faction, and today same thing Somali Government is using same argument that not all Isaaq support secession, Warlord Siilaanyo and the fact that all non-Isaaq north somalis are against secessionist Somaliland, So Somalia says NOT all north somalis want to divide Somalia and independence, Ethiopia uses same argument that not all somalis/Ogadenis support ONLF and want independence, India says not all kashmiris want independence, Serbia said not all bosnians and kosovans want independence, Sudan said not all south Sudanese want independence. Iraq says that not all kurds want independence.
There is one thing that all Dhulbahante share whether they pro-SSC pro- tfg , or pro-Puntland that Somalia should stay united forever, that Somalia’s territorial integrity is should be protected, that SSC is heart of Somalia and Somaliweyn, that unity of Somalia is sacred (muqadas), and that the blue flag of Somalia is the SUPREME FLAG.
In anyways, I don't believe in war , I think we should come back to the negotiation table and have a heart to heart frank talks with the Dhulbahanto elders, even haday noqoto in referendum laga qado all the residents of the Sool, Sanaag and Cayn regions...and then the outcome of the majority la respectgareeyo
I respect your views, bet let me ask you this since Somaliland is also very adamant on their stand, how do you feel about a referendum to be held for all the Sool Sanaag and Cayne people from all the different tribes. If SSC are so confident that the mojority supports them then they should jump at the chance because they have nothing to lose right? Both SSC and Somaliland will have to respect the outcome ..I guess it's one way to avoid war and respect the views of the majority!..
Madelina, I agree with you negotiations, peace talks, are the way forward, war is NOT an option after 30 years of Somali clan/civil wars. I think we somalis need to learn to respect each other and talk not fight, Somali people need peace and to co-exist with wars. There is no alternative for peace. I believe Somali people have things in common than differences. We should solve small problems peacefully and save lives in both sides.
BUT unfortunately Somaliland clan faction is not ready for concession and compromise, as you said they are inflexible and NOT ready peace. it is a crusade (a sacred clan war) for Siilaanyo, his snm clan militia and die hard clan secessionists to attack and invade SSC Regions by force and occupation. Same thing, Dhulbahante people, SSC Movement, and SSC freedom fighters, it is Jihaad for them to defend their land, peop;e, eldarly, and children against invaders - Warlord Siilaanyo and his SNM militia.
Good for you trying to find solutions for Somali people who suffering from clan and civil wars from last 30 years. I don't think Warlord Siilaanyo, his faction, and diehard clan secessionist will want or respect referendum. Most snm clan secessionists say British colonials gave us Sool Sanaag and Cayn, so its NOT negotiable. Somaliland will be reject any referendum on SSC Regions like south Sudan. SSC Dhulbahante movement is confident that 99.99 % of Dhulbahante will vote YES for United Somalia, and NO to clan state of Somaliland (In Kalshaale, Warlord Siilaanyo and his snm clan militia are helping Siilaanyo sub-sub clan to grab more land from Dhulbahante). The question is Warlord Siilaanyo and his clan state of Somaliland brave enough like President Bashiir and North Sudan????????????
The other question is who will conduct the referendum???? Just like Isaaq people (Somaliland) will NOT trust or accept a referendum organized by TFG/Puntland/SSC.
Similarly Dhulbahante/SSC and Warsangali/Maakhir will NOT accept a referendum organized by Warlord Siilaanyo and his SNM/Somaliland clan faction.
Personally, I believe if people of SSC/Dhulbahante support unity and want to stay as part of Somalia, they should be respected for the sake of peace and to avoid unnecessary clan wars. Same thing, if people of Somaliland/SNM/Isaaq want to have their own clan-state and secede from Somalia they should be respected to avoid wars between Somali people. No one should force anyone.
... SSC caught two prisoners, one died from his injuries (AUN) and the second (Keyse) was released. Keyse was interviewed and made no indication of other prisoners being held by SSC. The SSC propaganda meant to rally and incite their supporters shouldn't be confused for fair and reliable news. Ask yourself this, if all these prisoners and dead soldiers on the side of Somaliland as claimed by Jidbale and co. where actually true, don't you think the families of the said dead soldiers and prisoners would have spoken up, so lama maqli lahyn ina hebel ayaa dhimtay ama missing in action etc etc? Do you honestly think they would allow the government to hide these facts and aay dafiraan the death of their sons and the family members prisoners loo qabsaday? ....the answer is No, Somalida waxba kama qarsona. 
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