FTL Somalia

Somali Government Condemns Friday’s Attack in Hiiraan by Al-Shabaab

The Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) has strongly condemned the deadly terrorist attack by Al-Shabaab militants in Hiiraan on Friday night.

Al-Shabaab terrorists attacked the region and killed innocent civilians on September 2 at night.

The attack took place along the road from Beledweyne to Mahaas.

In its statement, the government called the attack that left around 20 innocent civilians dead a “barbaric” act.

According to the government statement, the attack has demonstrated Al-Shabaab’s cruelty.

At the same time, the government reiterated its support for the local operations being carried out against Al-Shabaab in the region.