Forces loyal to Somaliland and puntland fought in Dhahar

At least one person confirmed to have died due to a direct gunfire confrontations between Puntland and Somaliland forces in Dhahar district the provincial capital of Haylan region. Reports from the scene indicate that Somaliland forces have launched a massive onslaught against their neighboring rivals.

According to health officers in the district, the clash night led a number of injuries within the warning sides. Three wounded personals have been admitted to Dhahar local hospital as the town regained its calm.

The recent standoff emerged, when Puntland administration appointed a new municipality council for the district, which triggered these differs. Credible sources say heavily armed Somaliland troops with battle wagons are heading to the district amid residents began to flee.

The new Dhahar mayor Mustafe Ahmed Adam and his deputy Hussein Kutunbe were sworn earlier today. Somaliland and Puntland administrations severally battled in areas that both sides claim it’s possession in the last three years.

Faysal Mohamed Hassan

Somaliareport24.com