Somalia: AS and SNA clash in Galgadud region

GALGADUD (QJ)-Government forces and local militia launched a major attack on Al-Shabaab members in the El Dheer district of Galgadud region.

The operation led to a prolonged battle, with reports of destroyed militant vehicles.

The area remains tense with reinforcements arriving. No casualties have been confirmed, and Al-Shabaab has not issued a statement.

Recent operations have seen major towns in Galmudug liberated from Al-Shabaab control.