(24-10-23) MOGADISHU — Early Tuesday saw intense fighting between Somali government forces and Al-Shabaab militants near the town of Buloburde, Hiran region. The clashes, which commenced at 9:00 a.m. local time, took place in Jicibow village under the administration of Buuloburde. Official reports confirm at least 15 casualties, including both government and Al-Shabaab forces, with several more injured.
Led by General Farah Ali Wasuge, commander of the country’s 27th division, and supported by officials such as MP Mohamed Abduqadir Mohamed, the military operation aims to oust Al-Shabaab from regions surrounding the Shabelle River. This waterway is of strategic importance and has been a focal point of military activity for several days.
The situation in the area remains tense. Local sources describe palpable opposing movements, and rescue operations are continually being deployed to the combat zone. Hiran, a region previously recaptured from Al-Shabaab, continues to be a contested area of strategic importance, keeping both local and international eyes fixed on unfolding developments.
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