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Fighting Breaks Out in Buurhakaba as Forces Claim Town
Fighting erupted in Buurhakaba, a town in Somalia's Bay region, on Thursday. Fighters loyal to Laftagareen claimed the town, which is located on the Baidoa road. Neither the federal government nor the regional administration confirmed the capture of the town.
Laftagareen Forces Claim Capture of Buurhakaba After Fighting in Bay Region
Forces loyal to former South West State President Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen claimed taking control of Buurhakaba following heavy fighting with federal and regional government forces. The clashes occurred after Laftagareen-aligned fighters attacked positions held by Somali federal troops in the Bay region.
Major Clash Erupts in Buurhakaba, Bay Region
A major battle broke out in Buurhakaba town in the Bay region. The conflict involved Federal Government forces and South West State administration forces against troops loyal to former administrator Cabdicasiis Xasan Maxamed Lafta-gareen. Fighting has caused fear among civilians, with some beginning to flee areas experiencing clashes.
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