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Heavy clashes were reported in Dhiridmaadle area to the east of Belet Weyne town after ASWJ fighters supported by local allied clan militias launched an attack against AS positions. AS militias withdrew to Bacaroor, 25km east of Belet Weyne, where they were engaged by an ASWJ advance party. A total of 28 casualties were brought to Guri-Ceel Hospital out of which 22 were hospitalized. 5 ASWJ fighters have been reported killed. AS casualties are unknown. No civilian casualties were reported but pastoralists are said to have left the area to reach safer places. |