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Africa Horn

Jubbaland Voices Concerns Over worsening security amid ATMIS Withdrawal

2024-05-27

[SHABELLEMEDIA] Jubbaland Security Minister General Yusuf Hussein Osman (Dhumal) has expressed his concern regarding the security situation of the administration in the event of the withdrawal of the African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) forces operating in Jubbaland.

During his tour of parts of the Gedo region, Dhumal emphasized the importance of having adequate security forces to replace ATMIS and ensure the safety of the region.

"We are currently making plans to replace ATMIS, and we need the support of the people and the central government to cooperate with us in the fight against al-Shabaab

... Somalia's version of the Taliban, functioning as an arm of al-Qaeda...
in the Jubbaland areas," said Dhumal. The minister’s statement comes at a critical time as the Kenyan and Æthiopian forces, which are currently operating specifically in the Juba and Gedo regions, have transferred their bases in those regions as part of the plan to withdraw ATMIS forces by the end of 2024.

The withdrawal of ATMIS forces presents a significant challenge to the security of Jubbaland, as the region has been a hotbed of conflict and instability due to the presence of al-Shabaab krazed killers.

The success of the plan to replace ATMIS with sufficient security forces is crucial in maintaining peace and stability in the region.

Dhumal’s call for cooperation from the people and the central government highlights the importance of a united front in the fight against terrorism.

The support of the local population and the central government is essential in ensuring the effectiveness of the security forces in combating al-Shabaab and maintaining peace in the region.

In conclusion, the Jubbaland Security Minister’s concerns over the security situation in the event of the withdrawal of ATMIS forces are well-founded.

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Africa Horn

Kenyan President Ruto Urges US Intervention to Halt ATMIS Withdrawal from Somalia

2024-05-27

[SHABELLEMEDIA] Kenyan President William Ruto has expressed grave concerns over the potential consequences of the African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) forces withdrawing from the country.

In a recent statement, President Ruto warned that the al-Shabaab

... the personification of Somali state failure...
, an al-Qaeda-linked group could seize control of the entire Somalia if African Union forces leave by Dec. 2024.

Ruto revealed that Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamoud had discussed the matter with him, but they were unable to reach a consensus on the withdrawal of ATMIS forces.

The Kenyan President has now called upon the United States to intervene and prevent the withdrawal, citing the dire security implications for the region.

The al-Shabaab group, an affiliate of al-Qaeda, has been a persistent threat in Somalia and the surrounding areas. The ATMIS forces, comprised of troops from various African nations, have played a crucial role in combating the group and maintaining stability in the region.

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Africa Horn

Puntland Rejects Outcomes of NCC Meeting in Mogadishu

2024-05-20

[SHABELLEMEDIA] In a significant development within Somalia’s complex political landscape, Puntland
...a region in northeastern Somalia, centered on Garowe in the Nugaal province. Its leaders declared the territory an autonomous state in 1998. Puntland and the equally autonomous Somaliland seem to have avoided the clan rivalries and warlordism that have typified the rest of Somalia, which puts both places high on the list for Islamic subversion...
State has openly rejected the outcomes of the National Consultative Council (NCC) meeting held in Mogadishu.

This move highlights the deepening divisions and disagreements among the federal member states of Somalia, particularly in relation to constitutional amendments and the ongoing political processes.

The National Consultative Council, a body comprised of federal and regional state leaders, recently concluded a four-day meeting in Mogadishu. The meeting aimed to address key national issues, including the controversial constitutional amendments, the fight against al-Shabaab

... the Islamic version of the old Somali warlord...
, and the handover of security responsibilities after the African Union'>African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
Mission to Somalia (ATMIS) departs.

However,
you can observe a lot just by watching...
the most significant outcome of the summit was the endorsement by the Federal Member States (FMS) of the amendments made to the Constitution’s first four chapters in late March. The federal member states urged parliament to expedite the approval of the remaining chapters, building on past National Consultative Council (NCC) agreements.

Puntland State, however, did not participate in the meeting. The regional state has been at odds with the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) over constitutional changes, and its absence from the NCC meeting reflects the ongoing tensions between the two entities.

Puntland State leader, Said Abdullahi Deni, has voiced opposition to the communique made at the end of the NCC meeting, stating that the four-day meeting "lacked consensus" and did not serve the interests of the Somali nation.

Deni also highlighted the ongoing insecurity in many parts of Somalia and the "lack of taking into account the prevailing opinion of the general public against the contentious constitutional amendments."

This development comes amid reports that the National Consultative Council meetings failed to bridge the divisions within President Hassan Mohamud’s administration, particularly with Puntland boycotting the summit and withdrawing recognition from the FGS.

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Somali Forces Strike Back Against Al-Shabaab in Lower Shabelle

2024-05-19

[SHABELLEMEDIA] In a significant blow to the al-Shabaab

... the Islamic version of the old Somali warlord...
Death Eaters, the Somali National Army, with the support of international security partners, launched a successful operation in the Lower Shabelle region.

This strategic move comes in the wake of a series of al-Shabaab attacks in the area, including a deadly assault on a Ugandan base in May 2023, which marked one of the most devastating attacks on African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) troops since their formation in April 2022.

The operation, which took place in the Lower Shabelle region, specifically targeted al-Shabaab strongholds, aiming to neutralize the Death Eaters’ capabilities and disrupt their operations.

The Somali government, through its intelligence agency, has been working closely with international partners to ensure the success of these operations, which are a part of a broader strategy to regain control of territories long held by the bully boy group.

The Somali government has reported that the operation resulted in the killing of at least 46 al-Shabaab members. This figure is consistent with the government’s ongoing efforts to counter the insurgency, which has seen numerous operations carried out across Somalia, particularly in the volatile Lower Shabelle region.

The Lower Shabelle region has been a hotbed of al-Shabaab activity, with the group using guerilla tactics to harass and attack Somali and ATMIS troops stationed there.

The latest operation is a testament to the Somali government’s commitment to securing the region and protecting its citizens from the threat of terrorism.

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Somalia Requests UN to Terminate UNSOM Mandate

2024-05-11

[ShabelleMedia] In a significant move towards the future of its governance, Somalia has officially requested the termination of the United Nations
...an organization originally established to war on dictatorships which was promptly infiltrated by dictatorships and is now held in thrall to dictatorships...
Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) by the end of its current mandate in October 2024.

This decision was announced by the Somali government on May 9, 2024, marking a crucial transition in the nation’s partnership with the United Nations.

Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Figi expressed gratitude for the support and cooperation extended by the United Nations Mission throughout its tenure in Somalia. The government’s request comes after a thorough consideration of its strategic priorities, indicating a transition to the next phase of cooperation with the UN.

Established in 2013, UNSOM has played a pivotal role in supporting the Federal Government of Somalia with peacebuilding, state-building, and governance efforts, as the country strives to recover from decades of conflict. The mission has been instrumental in promoting peace, stability, and development in Somalia.

The request for the termination of UNSOM’s mandate reflects the progress Somalia has made in recent years and its growing confidence in managing its own affairs. The Somali government has emphasized its commitment to continuing collaboration with the UN on sustainable development goals beyond UNSOM’s departure.

The United Nations Security Council and Secretary-General António Guterres

...Portuguese politician and diplomat, ninth Secretary-General of the United Nations. Previously, he was the UN High Commissioner for Refugees between 2005 and 2015. He was the Prime Minister of Portugal from 1995 to 2002 and was the Secretary-General of the Socialist Party from 1992 to 2002. He served as President of the Socialist International from 1999 to 2005. In both a 2012 and 2014 poll, the Portuguese public ranked him as the best Prime Minister of the previous 30 years...
have received a copy of the letter requesting the termination of UNSOM’s mandate. The swift conclusion of the necessary procedures to terminate the Mission by the end of October 2024 has been kindly requested by the Somali government.

This move signals a new chapter in Somalia’s journey towards self-governance and development, as the nation looks forward to increased international support, especially in the context of the African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) exit.

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Africa Horn

Southwest State Forces Kill 2 Shaboobniks, Capture 12

2024-05-10

[ShabelleMedia] In a series of successful operations against the al-Shabaab

... al-Qaeda's tentacle in East Africa...
terrorist group, the Southwest state forces of Somalia have achieved notable victories, capturing 12 al-Shabaab members and eliminating key figures within the organization.

These operations mark a significant step forward in the ongoing counterinsurgency efforts in Somalia. According to Somali state media, a government operation conducted in Somalia’s Bay region on May 5, 2024, resulted in the elimination of two al-Shabaab fighters, identified as Abdullahi Aliyow and Najib Abdisalan.

These individuals were responsible for tax collection for the group, a critical source of funding for their activities. This operation demonstrates the government’s commitment to dismantling the financial infrastructure of al-Shabaab, a crucial aspect of weakening the group’s operational capabilities.

In a separate operation carried out in villages located outside the Baydhabo town, the Southwest state’s spy agency unveiled several al-Shabaab operatives. These individuals were part of a larger network involved in terrorist activities, including planned liquidations, direct assaults, nighttime bombings, and extortion.

Twelve individuals were detained in this operation, highlighting the effectiveness of intelligence-led operations in combating terrorism.

These successes come amid ongoing efforts by the Somali government and its international partners to combat al-Shabaab. The Somali National Army, African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) troops, and local militia have been working together to push back against the krazed killer group. These efforts have resulted in the recapture of key strategic towns and the elimination of a significant number of al-Shabaab fighters.

The second phase of operations against al-Shabaab, which kicked off in southwest and Jubaland states, has seen the participation of soldiers from neighboring Kenya, Djibouti, and Æthiopia, in addition to Somali forces.

Garowe adds:

Somalia's spy agency; the National Intelligence Security Agency (NISA) has paraded 12 suspected Al-Shabaab militants as the fight against the group garnered momentum across the Horn of Africa nation, which is battling with instability.

The suspected militants were rounded by security forces in Baidoa, the regional administrative capital of Southwest state, following intensive search mounted by local troops. Southwest is a major terror hotbed in Somalia.

According to NISA, the 12 individuals were arrested following a coordinated crackdown by national security forces in Baidoa city and its surroundings were extorting money from members of the public in the region.

The suspects, NISA added, will be charged in the military court in line with traditions set by security operatives in Somalia. Besides extortion, they are accused of killing members of the public along with endangering the lives of security teams.

Security and intelligence officers from the southern state of Somalia are continuing with operations in the region to ensure security is maintained. The second phase of operations against Al-Shabaab is set to be launched in Southwest and Jubaland states.

For the last two years, security teams have intensified operations against Al-Shabaab in central regions, killing at least 3,000 Al-Shabaab militants. In the process, hundreds of Al-Shabaab militants have also surrendered to security teams.

The second phase of operations was delayed due to logistical challenges but the government announced possible resumption in the coming months. The Somali National Army is expected to assume security responsibilities from foreign troops by the end of this year.

Already, about 5,000 African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) soldiers have left the country. By June this year, 5,000 more are set to leave as the African Union gears towards implementation of the Somali Transition Plan.

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Africa Horn

Bomb attack in northern Kenya kills 5 people near the border with Somalia

2024-05-01

[AFRICANEWS] Five people have been killed in a kaboom in northern Kenya, the interior ministry said Monday.

The bomb, which went kaboom! in El Wak town in Mandera County, near the border with Somalia, maimed five other people. There was no immediate claim of responsibility, but Somalia-based al-Shabaab

... the Islamic version of the old Somali warlord...
gunnies affiliated with al-Qaeda have carried out other attacks in the area.

The bomb had been placed on a donkey cart to avoid detection, the interior ministry said.

Earlier this month, button men suspected to be al-Shabaab entered the El Wak hospital and injured guards while asking about the whereabouts of doctors. No arrests were made.

Al-Shabaab often carries out cross-border attacks, especially in the remote Kenyan counties of Mandera and Garissa.

The bad boy group has threatened Kenyan forces over their yearslong deployment to Somalia as part of multinational efforts to stabilize the Horn of Africa nation following more than three decades of conflict.

The African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
Transition Mission in Somalia is set to end in December, leaving Somali forces largely responsible for security.

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Africa Horn

RSF commander warns of attack on El-Fasher, urges surrender

2024-04-29

[SUDANTRIBUNE] Heightening tensions in Darfur, a prominent Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commander called on the Sudan
...a Moslem country located in the Horn of Africa. It is noted for its affinity for rule by ex- or current generals, its holy men, and for the oppression of the native Afro population by its Arab conquerors. South Sudan, populated mostly by the natives, split off from Sudan proper, which left North and South Darfur to be oppressed by the guys with turbans...
ese army and allied former rebel groups in the capital of North Darfur State El-Fsher to surrender before facing an offensive on the city.

The United Nations
...the Oyster Bay money pit...
, the United States, the Kindom of Soddy Arabia
...a kingdom taking up the bulk of the Arabian peninsula. Its primary economic activity involves exporting oil and soaking Islamic rubes on the annual hajj pilgrimage. The country supports a large number of princes in whatcha might call princely splendor. When the oil runs out the rest of the world is going to kick sand in the Soddy national face...
, Qatar
...an emirate on the east coast of the Arabian Peninsula. It sits on some really productive gas and oil deposits, which produces the highest per capita income in the world. They piss it all away on religion, financing the Moslem Brotherhood and several al-Qaeda affiliates. Home of nutbag holy manYusuf al-Qaradawi...
and the African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
have expressed grave concerns about the potential attack on El Fasher, a city sheltering tens of thousands of civilians displaced by the ongoing conflict in Darfur.

For weeks, the RSF has been mobilizing thousands of fighters, including some from Arab tribal militias, around the capital of North Darfur, raising fears of an imminent assault. In response, the army and allied rebel groups have bolstered their defences in heavily populated neighbourhoods crowded with war victims.

RSF Commander Ali Rizkallah, known as "Al-Savna" told Sudan Tribune from outside El Fasher that attacking the capital of North Darfur and other remaining army strongholds in the state is a "legitimate military objective".

He urged the army and former rebels to surrender and seek peaceful solutions to avoid an attack.

Al-Savna harshly criticized international calls for restraint by the RSF. He accused the UN and the international community of turning a blind eye to the army’s aerial bombardments of El Fasher and other cities, claiming they cause civilian casualties and destroy essential infrastructure. He further alleged that the army’s actions disrupt livestock farming and worsen the humanitarian crisis.

HUMANITARIAN CONCERNS
El Fasher remains the lone major city in Darfur that is not under RSF control. In recent months, the RSF has captured South, Central, East, and West Darfur.

Al-Savna denied blocking commercial goods and humanitarian aid

from reaching El Fasher. He clarified that the RSF only intercepts vehicles carrying military supplies to the army garrison within the city.

He alleged that gangs looted humanitarian supplies and delivered them to their own people in the border cities of Tina, Ambro, and Karnoi, near Chad.

The RSF commander, who recently moved from Khartoum, asserted that the RSF facilitates the passage of commercial convoys from Libya and secures their travel from Malha to the Mellit customs station. He added that the RSF recently restarted the Mellit customs station and handed control to a local committee.

POTENTIAL PRISONER RELEASE
Al-Savna hinted at the possible release of captured fighters of Darfur groups detained after the RSF takeover of Mellit.

He emphasized that these individuals, some of whom are minors, are "people of Darfur" and will be reunited with their families.

The RSF’s capture of Mellit, a strategic town north of El Fasher, cut an essential humanitarian aid route to western Sudan. The ongoing tensions and potential attack on El Fasher raise serious concerns about the safety of civilians and further disruption of humanitarian aid deliveries.

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South Sudan's president says against Sudan's disintegration

2024-04-24

[SUDANTRIBUNE] South Sudan
Sudan

...a Moslem country located in the Horn of Africa. It is noted for its affinity for rule by ex- or current generals, its holy men, and for the oppression of the native Afro population by its Arab conquerors. South Sudan, populated mostly by the natives, split off from Sudan proper, which left North and South Darfur to be oppressed by the guys with turbans...
President Salva Kiir has raised an alarm over the war in Sudan, saying the country should not be allowed to split.
I thought South Sudan was the first phase of Sudan's disintegration?
"Sudan is too important, a country, in the African context, that cannot be abandoned to be consumed by its internal conflict. It can not be allowed to disintegrate", said Kiir.

He made the remarks during a visit of his South African counterpart, Cyril Ramaphosa where they discussed the status of implementation of the September 2018 peace agreement.

South Africa, Uganda, and Sudan were guarantors of the deal. The African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
entrusted the five member countries with periodic review and evaluation of the status of the agreement. This committee, known as C5, comprises Algeria, Rwanda, Nigeria, Tanzania, and South Africa as the chair.

The South Sudanese leader explained that Sudan was a buffer zone of turmoil in Africa for it to be allowed to be consumed by its internal conflict.

He did not suggest what the continent should do.

"And as you know, Sudan is a buffer between the two zones of turmoil in Africa and if it is to be allowed to be consumed by its internal conflict, I think the whole of the heart of Africa and maybe the whole of Africa will be bleeding", he warned.

Kiir explained where the two zones exist and how internal conflicts have been negatively affecting regional peace and stability over past decades.

"The first zone, from these two zones extends from Libya to the Great Lakes region. This zone has been experiencing perennial conflicts emanating from legitimate political cases. Nobody can dismiss the genuineness of these conflicts in the region. For example, there is political opposition in Chad. It has its genuine political reasons for existence. There was a conflict in Darfur which we addressed with the signing of the 2020 Juba Peace Agreement but this agreement was affected by the eruption of the current conflict between the rapid support force and the Sudan armed forces. the implementation has now stalled and the signatories of the agreement are now divided in this fight. Some are with Sudan armed forces and others have taken a neutral position. there is another in Central Africa Republic," said Kiir.

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Africa Horn

Sudan war fuelled by weapons from foreign actors in violation of sanctions - UN

2024-04-22

[AFRICANEWS] The United Nations
...an organization conceived in the belief that we're just one big happy world, with the sort of results you'd expect from such nonsense...
Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, Rosemary Anne DiCarlo briefed the Security Council on the situation in Sudan
Sudan

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The elite Danab Special Forces killed a senior Al-Shabaab commander in Somalia

2024-04-09

[Garowe] The elite Danab Special Forces killed a senior al-Shabaab

...... al-Qaeda's tentacle in East Africa...
commander in Somalia over the weekend, officials said, making a significant run in the fight against the forces of Evil who have grounded the country's struggling economy for the last two decades.

Al-Shabaab has been fighting to topple the fragile UN-backed federal government of Somalia but efforts by multi-agency security teams have managed to stabilize the country, although several villages are still under the control of the holy warriors.

According to reports, an operation in Lower Shabelle left a senior commander of the group dead in what the military referred as to an 'important' milestone in the fight against the group. Several members of the group were also killed, officials said.

The operation took place at Hanti Wadag and the leader identified as Zubeir was killed during the confrontation. Zubeir was the senior security chief of the group, in charge of operations, the government reported without giving finer details.

According to the government, the Danab commandos also destroyed the group's positions in the area, vowing to continue such operations against the al-Shabaab group. The government is still pursuing forces of Evil who may have fled from the scene, authorities revealed.

The Somali National Army has been conducting raids across the country targeting al-Shabaab forces of Evil who control large swathes of rural central and southern regions. The operations in these regions have left thousands of the forces of Evil dead.

According to reports, the government troops with assistance from the US Africa Command and the African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) have managed to kill over 4,000 al-Shabaab forces of Evil in the last three years.

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Al-Shabaab attacks strategic town near Somali capital

2024-04-08

[Garowe] al-Shabaab

...... an Islamic infestation centering on Somalia attempting to metastasize into Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and similar places, all of which have enough problems without them...
murderous Moslems raided the National Intelligence Security Agency (NISA) base in Bal'ad town near the Somali capital, Mogadishu, sources say, in the latest attack which comes at the time Somalia is fighting ~~violent~~ mostly peaceful extremism.

According to multiple sources, the murderous Moslems targeted three checkpoints and a security office in the town. After the raid, reports indicate, the murderous Moslems started retreating from the town to strategic areas perhaps awaiting a response from the national army.

Photos taken from the scene of the Saturday morning attack show a badly destroyed NISA building where al-Shabaab had detonated their explosives leading to the damage. al-Shabaab claims their fighters entered the station and "most" of the town’s neighbourhoods.

Local sources now say the murderous Moslems are retreating, but the number of casualties remains unknown. The murderous Moslems have been on rampant onslaught as most Moslems in the country observe the Holy Month of Ramadan.

The murderous Moslems are also facing onslaught from the Somali National Army who are assisted by the US Africa Command and the African Union
...a union consisting of 53 African states, most run by dictators of one flavor or another. The only all-African state not in the AU is Morocco. Established in 2002, the AU is the successor to the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), which was even less successful...
Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). The collaboration has left thousands of murderous Moslems dead.

In 2021, al-Shabaab murderous Moslems attacked the town of Bal’ad, 30 km north of Mogadishu. At least six people were killed including two civilians. Army commanders said nine murderous Moslems were also killed in the attack.

The murderous Moslems briefly entered the town before security forces repulsed them, police said at that time. The al-Shabaab have lost strategic towns in the country following the crackdown which will be spread to Jubaland and Southwest states in the coming months.

Shabelle Media adds:

The attack resulted in casualties, with at least four government soldiers confirmed dead by residents. The Al-Shabaab fighters reportedly engaged in a face-to-face attack and utilized a suicide car bomb during their assault on the army bases.

Witnesses and local sources reported that the militants withdrew from the town following the attack. Qasim Furdug, the commissioner of Bal’ad said 11 militants were killed.

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