South West State Says Forces Repelled Al-Shabaab Attack on Baidoa

The South West State spokesman stated that Al-Shabaab launched a failed attack on Baidoa.

Heavy fighting erupts in Somalia’s Baidoa as rival forces clash

Local residents reported seeing masked fighters entering Baidoa from multiple directions.

Clashes Erupt in Baidoa as Security Forces Battle Opposition Loyalists

• State media described the attackers as Al-Shabaab militants, while Laftagareen's spokesperson claimed responsibility for the assault.

Forces loyal to Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen attacked Baidoa on Thursday morning.

Fighting erupts in Baidoa after forces loyal to former South West state leader enter city

• The attack reportedly began after morning prayers.

Laftagaren forces attack Somali army positions in Baidoa again

The Battle for Control of Baidoa Intensifies

Al-Shabaab reportedly launched the attack from two directions using vehicles loaded with explosives.

South West State Claims 40 Al-Shabaab Fighters Killed in Baidoa Battle