Garowe, Puntland (WDN) – A shocking video has surfaced on social media, showing a young Yemeni refugee boy in Garowe being subjected to a brutal beating. The footage has triggered widespread outrage across Puntland and wider Somalia, with citizens and government officials strongly condemning the act.

In response to the public outcry, the mayor of Garowe, alongside ministers from the Puntland government—including the Ministry of Women and Family Development extended a heartfelt apology to the boy’s parents. Puntland authorities also have pledged concrete support, vowing to cover the family’s living expenses and ensure their safety and dignity.

Puntland, Somalia is home to many refugees, including Yemenis, Syrians, and Ethiopians, who have sought refuge from conflict and hardship. This incident underscores the urgent need to uphold humanitarian values and protect vulnerable communities, ensuring that all individuals—regardless of their nationality—are treated with dignity and respect in accordance with international human rights standards.

The swift intervention by Puntland’s government reaffirms a commitment to the protection of children, setting a precedent for accountability and compassion for IDPs and refugees.

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