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| Last Updated: Apr 3, 2012 - 2:47:55 AM |
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Somalia: Puntland forces conquer militants hideout "Galgala"
9 Aug 9, 2010 - 4:50:53 AM
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Authorities in Somalia’s semi-autonmous state of Puntland say its forces have successfully captured Galgala Mountains in the war against militants linked to Al-Qaeda-inspired Al-Shabaab.
The army launched the offensive more than a week ago to annihilate the militants, led by Mohamed Said Atom, who is on a UN Security Council watch list, from the mountainous region, which they wanted to transform it into African Tora Bora.
Authorities said that in offensives, the dozens of militants were killed, bringing a level of calm to the mountainous region. It is not however clear the exact figure of casualties from the clashes.
Reports indicate that security forces are carrying out security operations while sporadic gunfire can still be heard in the far areas.
Garowe Online will bring every details of this developing story as soon as it gets out.
GAROWE ONLINE
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