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Fighting Between Government Forces and Al-Shabab Enters Second Day in Lower Shabelle Region

15 August 2026 · Single source · Edition 12

Reports from the Lower Shabelle region indicate that the Somali National Army clashed with Al-Shabab militants for a second day on the outskirts of the Mubaraak area. Government forces launched a major attack on Friday against Al-Shabab militants who were regrouping in Ablik village, located in the Mubaarak area under the Awdheegle district. The fighting continues in the region.

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