Allied forces repel Shabaab attacks in Qoryoley town

Somali and Amisom forces Sunday night repulsed attacks from the militant group Al-Shabaab in Qoryoley in Lower Shabelle region.

Sources said Al-Shabaab fighters attacked a military position in Qoryoley town leading to a clash which ensued into the night.

The attack prompted hours of heavy fighting between the Somali army and heavily armed Al-Shabaab fighters.

Residents reported they heard loud explosions and gunshots as Al-Shabaab fighters attacked a military base in the town.

Government forces have been conducting large operations in the area since the assault on Al-Shabaab fighters.

Residents reported they heard loud explosions and gunshots as Al-Shabaab fighters attacked a military base in the town.

Government forces have been conducting large operations in the area since the assault on Al-Shabaab fighters.

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