Shabelle Media Network (Mogadishu)
16 June 2011
Mataban — After one day of fierce fighting, tense situation is reported in Mataban district in Hiran region in central Somalia.
Reports from Hiran region on Thursday said that Al shabaab and Somalia’s moderate Ahlu Sunna Waljama ASWJ are making military movements in the villages around the town of Mataban and Mahas districts
Local dwellers said fearful condition emerged as the two sides are prepared for a firefight.
On he other hand, fighters loyal to Shabelle Valley administration have also moved towards Beletweyne town, the regional capital of Hiran where Al shabaab tightly controls.
Heavy fighting between fighters loyal to Somalia’s moderate Sufi group of Ahlu Sunna Waljama and al Shabaab militants on Wednesday broke out in Mataban area of central Somalia, leaving at least 15 people dead and dozens more injured.
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