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Heavily armed militiamen from Habar-Gedir launched an attack against Biimaal militiamen position outside Marka in the early morning of 09/06. Reports indicate that the two sides clashed briefly after which the Biimaal militias withdrew. Habar-Gedir militiamen managed to take-over of the town. The District Commissioner of Marka (Biimaal) who was accused of being part of the clan clashes, has disappeared. Rumours suggest that he seek refuge in to AMISOM base. Two militiamen from Biimaal were reportedly killed while two others from Habar-Gedir were injured during the clash. No civilian casualties were reported. Local leaders later called for a ceasefire. |
