Details of a heavy battle that took place today in Hiiraan

Beledweyne (Caasimada Online) – A battle between the Federal Government of Somalia forces and the Al-Shabaab group occurred today in the Xaanshi Gadafar area located on the outskirts of Hees in the Hiiraan region.

The confrontation reportedly began with explosions and then turned into direct combat involving heavy weapons and gunfire.

Reports indicate that the government forces, who have a significant base in the Hees area, sent reinforcements to the troops stationed in Xaanshi Gadafar, where the fighting was taking place.

However, the forces stationed in the Xaanshi Gadafar area were later reported to have withdrawn from there, although the situation on the ground and where those forces have relocated to has not yet been officially detailed.

So far, there is no confirmed information regarding the casualties and injuries resulting from the battle. Additionally, the extent of the losses sustained by both sides remains unclear.

This confrontation comes a day after heavy fighting occurred in areas of the Hiiraan region under the HirShabelle administration, which reportedly resulted in deaths and injuries.

The Federal Government of Somalia has not yet issued an official statement regarding the battles that Al-Shabaab launched against the military bases of the national army and the local militia in the Macawiisleyda area of Hiiraan. However, it is expected that they will address the situation of the battles in the coming hours.