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| Heavy fighting erupts today between Somali government forces and Al-Shabaab near Hudur |
| 2026-07-27 |
Text: #UPDATE: Heavy Fighting Erupts Today Between Somali Government Forces and Al-Shabaab Near Hudur Heavy fighting broke out today around midday on the outskirts of Hudur district in Somalia’s Bakool region, as troops from the Somali National Army (SNA) exchanged gunfire with Al-Shabaab militants, according to local residents. Witnesses told local media that intense clashes were underway in areas surrounding Hudur, with heavy gunfire heard from several directions. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. More Mandera, Kenya: Al-Shabaab Launches Second Attack in a Week on Kenyan Military Base
Text: Mandera, Kenya: Al-Shabaab Launches Second Attack in a Week on Kenyan Military Base Al-Shabaab militants launched a heavy overnight assault on a Kenyan military camp in the Dhamase area of Lafey sub-county, Mandera County, marking the second attack on Kenyan security forces in the area within a week. According to local reports, the militants attacked the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) position late Saturday night, triggering an intense exchange of gunfire involving various types of weapons. The fighting lasted for some time, although the full extent of casualties or damage has not yet been confirmed by Kenyan authorities. More at the link Related: Hudur: 2025-12-29 Heavy Fighting Reported Near Xudur in Somalia's Bakool Region Hudur: 2025-03-23 Al-Shabaab Attacks Security Base in Waajid, Somali Forces Capture Key Operative Hudur: 2024-12-22 SNA Dismantles Al-Shabaab Trenches in Bakool Region Operation – defense ministry Related: Mandera County: 2026-07-14 Kenya’s Special Forces Say They Killed 11 Al-Shabaab Members Mandera County: 2026-06-14 Three officers injured as Al-Shabaab attacks elite SOG camp in Mandera Mandera County: 2026-06-13 Kenyan Forces Repel Suspected Al-Shabaab Night Attack on Military Base Near Somalia Border |
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