President William Ruto has attributed the failed reopening of the Kenya-Somalia border to renewed conflict and political instability within Somalia.

• Clashes between Somalia's Federal Government and regional state forces, particularly near the Kenyan border, disrupted progress.
• President Ruto stated Kenya had to intervene to stabilize the area, even assisting retreating Somali National Army soldiers.
• Uncertainty surrounding Somalia's political transition, including expiring parliamentary and presidential terms, further complicated reopening efforts.