Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, dressed in military camouflage, traveled to HirShabelle State on Tuesday amid ongoing clashes between government forces and Al-Shabaab militants.
This visit likely underscores the government’s commitment to addressing the security challenges posed by Al-Shabaab and supporting troops on the front lines.
Over the last few days, the situation in HirShabelle has remained tense as the conflict between Al-Shabaab and combined forces of the military and local troops continues.