Heavy fighting erupts between Somali forces and Al-Shabaab in Hiran region

[Deeq A.]

Mogadishu (HOL) – Intense fighting broke out on Tuesday in the Beera Yabaal area of the Hiran region as Somali government forces, supported by local militias, clashed with Al-Shabaab militants. The battle erupted after Al-Shabaab fighters launched an attack on allied forces stationed near Beera Yabaal, which falls under the Bula Burte district. newsinsideBoth sides reportedly sustained heavy casualties, with fierce combat involving heavy weaponry. However, there has been no official statement from government forces or local residents regarding the exact number of casualties. In recent weeks, nearly 100 Al-Shabaab militants have been killed in intensified military operations by Somali forces in the Hiran region, following a series of defeats suffered by the militant group in direct confrontations.

Source: Hiiraan Online