Hassan6734 Posted July 22, 2008 About 150 government troops have deserted their military bases in Somalia, joining the fighters of the Union of Islamic Courts (UIC). UIC fighter welcomed the soldiers, who believed they were misguided by the Somali government, a Press TV correspondent reported. "Last year, the government selected 4,000 of us claiming they would provide us with education..., but they forced us into bases before arming us and coercively training us to destroy our nation," said a 19-year-old soldier. He added that "we secretly delivered messages to (Al-Shabaab spokesman) Robow Abu Mansuur asking them to target the bases so we can seize the opportunity to join the UIC and Al-Shabaab (the military wing of the UIC)". The fighters enjoy strong popular support. They were removed from power in 2006 following the onrush of the Ethiopian-backed Somali troops. Violence has ever since taken its toll on the country. Elsewhere 25 soldiers were found dead between Lego and the southern region of Lower Shabelle's ********* town. Meanwhile, at least seven Somali officials left the government claiming, in a statement, that they were meant to work for their people not 'the enemy of the nation'. "I am ready to join the fighters to defend my country from the devil named the Somali government" said one official who also accused the administration of 'anti-Islamic' activities. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ibtisam Posted July 22, 2008 Where is the Sources for this walalo?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unknown1 Posted July 23, 2008 wonder what g.dude has to say about his? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hassan6734 Posted July 23, 2008 Here's the source http://www.presstv.ir/Detail.aspx?id=64398§ionid=351020501 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
