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Intense clashes erupted early this morning in Abdalla-Biroole, a town 45km south of Kismayo the provincial capital city of Lower Jubba region. The clashes broke out between an armed militia (likely Jubaland forces) and Al-Shabaab, after the militia fighters seized the town which was then recaptured by the insurgents after the battle. The extent of the casualties and losses are still unknown, although local residents in Abdalla-Biroole say they have sighted dead bodies of Interim Jubba Administration forces and Al-Shabaab insurgents. Key Media reports the battle took place in Cabdulle Biroole. |