| Description |
Fighting broke out between AS forces and pro-TFG militias supported by ENDF in the vicinity of Belet Weyne in the night of 22-23 February. The AS reportedly launched a preemptive offensive against pro-TFG forces and clashes extended during most of the day. Unconfirmed reports indicate that ENDF may have crossed into Somalia on the western side of the Shabelle River. Exchange of artillery fire has been reported in Belet-Weyne but could not be confirmed. Belet-Weyne was believed to be still under control of AS on 23 February evening. |
