The Federal Government accuses Hassan Ali Khaire of today's battle in Mogadishu

Jun 03(Jowhar)- The Federal Government of Somalia has spoken about the battle that took place this afternoon in the Howlwadaag district of the Banaadir region, accusing former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire of being responsible.

In a press release issued by the federal government, it condemned what it called a regrettable incident that occurred in the city of Mogadishu.

“The Federal Government of Somalia strongly condemns the regrettable incident that occurred this afternoon in the Howlwadaag district of the Banaadir region, which involved armed militias organized by Hassan Ali Khaire.”

The press release also stated that armed men attacked police forces stationed at the Howlwadaag police station.

“These armed militias directly targeted a facility belonging to the police forces at the Howlwadaag police station, which was attacked last night by these militias, and it is regrettable that these militias used heavy weapons to strike neighborhoods inhabited by civilians.”

“The Federal Government of Somalia reiterates that it will not accept any attempts to undermine the security of the capital, disrupt the work of security forces, or create fear and chaos.”

The Federal Government stated in the press release that legal action will be taken against anyone involved in the battle that occurred in the Howlwadaag district.

“Security agencies have begun an official investigation related to this criminal act, to take legal action against anyone involved.”

Finally, the Federal Government thanks the Somali people for their good cooperation with security agencies, and calls on the government to double its efforts to jointly prevent any acts that could disrupt the stability and security in the capital Mogadishu.

The battle that took place in the city of Mogadishu this afternoon comes as opposition politicians are planning to hold protests in the capital tomorrow.