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| Heavy fighting erupts in Jannaale as Al-Shabaab militants target Ugandan and Somali military bases overnight |
| 2026-07-01 |
Text: #UPDATE: Heavy Fighting Erupts in Jannaale as Al-Shabaab Militants Target Ugandan and Somali Military Bases Overnight Heavy Night Assault Targets Somali and Ugandan Forces in Jannaale Al-Shabaab militants carried out a coordinated overnight attack on an Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) base and a Somali National Army (SNA) position in the town of Jannaale. Residents reported sustained gunfire and loud explosions that lasted for several hours during the night, causing widespread fear in the surrounding communities. The exact casualty figures and level of damage remain unconfirmed. Jannaale, located in the Lower Shabelle region, is considered a key strategic location due to its proximity to supply routes linking several major towns in southern Somalia. The area has repeatedly changed hands in past years amid ongoing fighting between Somali government forces, African Union troops, and militants. More at the link |
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