Somalia's central government and the leaders of one of the country's regions are locked in a power struggle that could turn violent.

The dispute centres on Jubaland - an area in the southern-most part of Somalia that has claimed statehood and elected a president.

As the standoff escalates, Jubaland authorities are threatening to cut all ties with Mogadishu.

Al Jazeera's Mohammed Adow reports from Kismayo, Jubaland.



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