Reports of Clashes between Al-Shabaab Fighters and Government Forces in Merca, Lower Shabelle Province
Category: Conflict
Severity: 3 (Moderate)
Source: Drum Cussac
09/13/2019 (Somalia) - According to social media reports, fighting erupted between al-Shabaab militants and government forces in the town of Merca on Thursday, 12 September. The clashes are reported to have occurred after militant fighters attacked a government base in the town. The attack was repelled by the armed forces. Locals have reported that there have been casualties, although no numbers are known at this time. Further information is awaited.
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