Puntland State forces retake Miraale area after clashes with ISIS
Bosaso (AX) — Puntland State regional forces have recaptured the Miraale area after several hours of fighting with ISIS militants, officials said Sunday.
Monday May 4, 2026
Bosaso (AX) — Puntland State regional forces have recaptured the Miraale area after several hours of fighting with ISIS militants, officials said Sunday.
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According to Puntland State authorities, one soldier was killed in the clash in Miraale, an area government forces had previously withdrawn from before ISIS fighters moved in.
Officials said Puntland State troops were preparing to launch an operation in the area when ISIS launched a surprise assault, sparking a battle that went on for hours.
Security officials said at least one foreign ISIS fighter was killed and that Puntland State forces eventually regained control of the area.
The confrontation comes as Puntland State has stepped up military operations against ISIS in recent days, especially in parts of the Calmiskaad mountains, where militants have carried out a wave of bombings and attacks.