Somalia: AMISOM, Jubaland Security Forces Repel Al-Shabaab Attack in Dhobley


In the early hours of Monday, May 25, 2020, Jubaland Security Forces beat back Al-Shabaab militants who attacked their base and training center in Dhobley. Al-Shabaab lost several men and a range of weapons were left behind as they hastily retreated in defeat.

About 20 Al-Shabaab terrorists attacked the base using rocket-propelled grenades and assault rifles but found formidable resistance in the Jubaland forces who stood their ground and defended their position. The terrorists were driven back when a team from the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) quickly arrived to reinforce the Jubaland Forces.

“We dispatched our Quick Reaction Forces to support Jubaland forces who had come under attack from the terrorists.

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Source: AllAfrica