Latest News on the Ongoing Battle in Baydhabo
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20-second readLatest reports from the city of Baydhabo indicate that a heavy battle is still ongoing in parts of the city, with both sides using various types of weapons.
Reported by Goobjoog Somali
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- Soomaali / English
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Lafta-gareen Forces Launch Heavy Attack on Baydhabo City
Baydhabo (Raxanreeb Online) Reports from Baydhabo indicate that a battle erupted there this morning between the Lafta Gareen forces, who have entered the city, and other forces of the Somali…
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Goobjoog Somali
Clashes occurred in Baydhabo between government forces and militias loyal to the former administration of South West State.
Event date: 2026-09-28
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The fighting is between forces loyal to the former administration of South West State and federal government troops allied with Ahmed Madobe's administration.
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Goobjoog Somali
Heavy fighting is ongoing in parts of Baydhabo, with various types of weapons being used.
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Goobjoog Somali
Local sources and social media reports indicate that the situation remains tense, with gunfire and explosions heard in parts of Baydhabo.
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Goobjoog Somali
A spokesperson for the forces supporting Abdikasiis Hassan Mohamed Laftagaren stated that their troops launched an attack on Baydhabo with the aim of taking control of the city.
Attributed to: spokesperson for the forces supporting Abdikasiis Hassan Mohamed Laftagaren
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Goobjoog Somali
The South West administration and the federal government of Somalia have not provided detailed comments on the ongoing situation in Baydhabo.
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Goobjoog Somali
Gunfire and fighting were reported in parts of the city.
Event date: 2026-09-28
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Goobjoog Somali
There is no independent confirmation of casualties or the extent of the fighting.
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Goobjoog Somali
The tensions are linked to ongoing political and security disputes in South West State.
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Puntland Post
A strong battle has started in parts of Baydhabo and its surroundings.
Event date: 2026-09-28
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Puntland Post
Reports indicate significant casualties on both sides, but official casualty figures are not yet available.
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Puntland Post
Several similar battles have occurred in Baydhabo since the removal of Laftagareen's administration.
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Puntland Post
Ugaas Xasan Cabdi Maxamed reported that his forces burned one of the armored vehicles provided by Turkey to the Somali forces.
Attributed to: Ugaas Xasan Cabdi Maxamed
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Puntland Post
Ugaas Xasan also stated that they burned the weapons storage of the federal forces located in Baydhabo.
Attributed to: Ugaas Xasan Cabdi Maxamed
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Puntland Post
The South West administration led by Aadan Madoobe described the attacking forces in Baydhabo as Al-Shabaab and claimed victory.
Attributed to: Aadan Madoobe
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Puntland Post
There are reports of significant casualties resulting from the ongoing fighting in Baydhabo.
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Caasimada Online
A fierce battle has erupted in the outskirts of Baydhaba between forces loyal to former South West President Abdicasiis Lafta-gareen and government troops.
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Caasimada Online
The attacking forces used drones equipped with explosives targeting a government military camp outside the city.
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Caasimada Online
The spokesperson for Lafta-gareen's group stated that they have entered the city and the operation is ongoing.
Attributed to: Ugaas Xasan Cabdi Maxamed
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Caasimada Online
Residents have been warned to stay indoors during the ongoing operation to avoid harm.
Attributed to: Ugaas Xasan Cabdi Maxamed
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Shabelle Media
The security situation in Baydhabo is tense due to military movements between forces loyal to the South West Leader, Sheikh Aadan Maxamed Nuur (Madoobe), and those supporting former President Cabdicasiis Xasan Maxamed Laftagareen.
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Source note
Goobjoog Somali and Puntland Post report the same central claim — The fighting is between forces loyal to the former administration of South West State and federal government troops allied with Ahmed Madobe's administration. — but the recorded original asserters do not establish independent confirmation.
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Most recent report · 28 September 2026 07:51 UTC
Lafta-gareen Forces Launch Heavy Attack on Baydhabo City
2 reports
Most recent report · 28 September 2026 07:30 UTC
The government presents corpses and Lafta-gareen's forces are fighting in Baydhaba
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28 September 2026 · 06:41 UTC
A major battle has erupted in the city of Baydhaba
2 reports
Most recent report · 28 September 2026 07:19 UTC
Fresh Battle Renewed in Somalia’s Baidoa Town
A combat broke out in Baidoa between forces supporting South West State leader Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur Madobe and fighters loyal to former South West President Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen.
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28 September 2026 · 06:07 UTC
The Tension in Baydhabo Rises Again as Laftagareen Supporters Seen on the Outskirts of the City
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Most recent report · 28 September 2026 06:18 UTC
Latest News on the Ongoing Battle in Baydhabo
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28 September 2026 · 04:39 UTC
Clashes reported in Baydhabo with details emerging about the situation in the city
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Most recent report · 28 September 2026 05:57 UTC
Baydhabo Conflict: Laftagareen Wing Reports Casualties
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28 September 2026 · 05:15 UTC
Fighting in the city of Baydhabo
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28 September 2026 · 04:39–07:51 UTC
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Lafta-gareen Forces Launch Heavy Attack on Baydhabo City
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Latest News on the Ongoing Battle in Baydhabo
Latest reports from the city of Baydhabo indicate that a heavy battle is still ongoing in parts of the city, with both sides using various types…
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- 5
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- Goobjoog Somali, Puntland Post, Caasimada Online, Shabelle Media
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- Soomaali + English
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