WorldSomalia says it repelled armed assault on Baidoa amid political tensions

Somalia’s military says it repelled an attack on Baidoa by militias loyal to ousted South West State governor Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen. Hours of explosions and gunfire forced residents indoors, while a spokesperson for Laftagareen’s forces claimed they had captured parts of the city. The government is investigating casualties and accused the groups of operating alongside al-Shabab.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-09-03 13:40Original