Nairobi, (Idil News) β Al-Shabaab fighters reportedly recaptured new areas in Middle Shabelle region within the past 24 hours, including Al-Kawthar and Boos-Hareeri – local sources informed us.
A senior police commander was killed as heavy fighting raged in Middle Shabelle. Al-Shabaab attacked forces in Boos Hareeri under Middle Shabelle region, killing Abukar Abdulle “Garmaqate,” 1st Brigade commander of the Police. Clashes are ongoing in the strategic area. Several casualties confirmed.
The Mogadishu administration and local fighters are also mobilizing to prevent further Al-Shabaab advances, and to dislodge militants from the new areas they reoccupied.
Al-Shabaab has published footage showcasing the aftermath of its deadly assault on Boos-Hareeri, further escalating tensions in Middle Shabelle. In addition to its earlier claims of seizing military vehicles and capturing Somali National Army soldiers, the group now states it has recaptured Alkowthar, near Adan Yabal.