BELEDWEYNE, Somalia (KAAB TV) – New insights unfold about the skirmish that ignited in the early hours of Friday in Beledweyne, the heart of the Hiiraan region.
Forces loyal to Hirshabelle unwound a surprise attack against the troops of Hiiraan State, entrenched around the Hiiraan regional leadership quarters, setting off clashes that lit up the city center nearing the Lamagalaay camp.
The confrontation saw injuries inflicted upon one soldier and a civilian within Beledweyne’s precincts this morning, based on verified accounts.
Contrarily, Hiiraan State’s leadership touted their triumphs during the dawn raid set off by Hirshabelle’s contingent, alleging the intent was to thwart an imminent celebration of Hiiraan State’s anniversary scheduled for tomorrow.
Elders and influential community members have been hustling to quell the ruckus and defuse tensions between these dueling camps.
A Kaab TV correspondent reports that the atmosphere has settled, yet underlying tensions suggest that hostilities might flare, given their close quarters.
The silence from Beledweyne’s security enforcers persists, despite residents being jolted awake by the clash.
