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Update: Three civilians die as Galgmudug and Puntland forces clash in Galkaayo town

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At least three civilians died and four others sustained injuries after fighting broke between forces loyal to Galmudug and Puntland in Galkaayo this morning.

Goobjoog News reporter Ali Eynte who is in the town says the victims were hit by stray bullets as the forces exchanged fire in various parts of the town.

Many residents in the town have started evacuating the town as the fighting between the forces is escalating.

Reports say the two sides are deploying more troops for reinforcement as each side tries capture the town.

The sides engaged in a fierce fight this morning in the town following a disagreement over the construction of a road in Galkaayo town by Puntland administration.