Somali forces backed by African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) on Tuesday took control of several villages in Hiran region.
The commander of Somali National Army (SNA) in Hiran region, Farah Ali Wasuge who confirmed the seizure of the villages said the allied forces engaged fighting with Al-Shabab fighters in villages between Beledweyne and Mahas towns.
Wasuge noted that they have taken control of villages after Al-Shabab was overpowered.
“We recaptured villages from the enemy. These villages include Elow, Maqul, Yabarayele, Sheikh Hassan, Afar-irdood Dirim’adle and Garbo which all come under Hiran region,” said Wasuge.
Last week, the forces recovered weapons, a vehicle and medical supplies from Al-Shabab following fierce fighting with the group.
Somali forces have stepped up operations against Al-Shabab in Hiran, Lower and Middle Shabelle regions since February when Somali President declared new offensives against the group.
Meanwhile, Hiran Governor, Ali Jeyte Osman who has been leading the operations to re-open the roads linking Hiran towns since mid last month, has returned to Beledweyne town.
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