United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has expressed concern over the ongoing clashes in Bosaso.
The Puntland commercial town of Bosaso has experienced clashes since Tuesday, December 21.
Authorities have continuously urged those fighting to embrace ceasefire and embark on peaceful dialogue.
The fighting is between regional forces and Puntland Security Force (PSF).
PSF enjoys backing from AFRICOM.
On Wednesday, AFRICOM issued a statement indicating that the ongoing clashes would cause irreparable damage to PSF’s reputation as an anti-terrorism unit.
Further, AFRICOM also believes that the ongoing deadly clashes could diminish PSF’s counterterrorism capabilities while providing terrorists with an opening to exploit.