Daniga Balow, Southwest – A violent operation late Saturday night in Daniga Balow, a community situated between Bal’ad and Afgoye, left at least three people dead and nine others wounded. The raid, carried out by US-trained Somali special forces, sparked fear and chaos among local residents, who reported sudden gunfire and explosions in the area.
Families in the village were caught off guard, with many fleeing their homes in panic. Survivors described a tense atmosphere as security forces moved swiftly through the streets, conducting searches and targeting suspected militants. While officials have not released the identities of those killed, sources indicate that some civilians were among the wounded.
Local healthcare centers struggled to cope with the influx of injured residents, and ambulances raced through narrow roads to reach those trapped in homes. Community leaders have called for calm and urged authorities to provide support for affected families.
This incident adds to a growing pattern of targeted operations in southern Somalia aimed at disrupting militant networks. However, residents continue to bear the brunt of these operations, highlighting the fragile security situation and the ongoing humanitarian concerns in the region.
The Somali government has yet to release a full statement, and investigations into the circumstances of the raid are ongoing.