

Most of the former officials blame the crisis on Somali Prime Minister Ali Mohamed Gedi. They say he has been reluctant to pursue peace talks with Islamic militias.
Late Friday, Mr. Gedi nominated seven new ministers to fill vacated posts. The president must approve the appointments.
Mr. Gedi has vowed to stay in power despite the mass defections from the government.
Baidoa is the only southern town that Mr. Gedi's government controls. Somalia's Islamic courts have extended their influence over most of the south since they took control of the capital, Mogadishu, in June.
Source: VOA News
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