Monday 23, Sep 2024 {HMC} At least two people were killed and two others wounded in a clash between rival armed forces on the outskirts of Beledweyne on Monday, according to local reports.
The conflict erupted in the Ikacade area, 25 kilometers northeast of Beledweyne, after forces supporting transporters in the Hiraan region, who had blocked the road, clashed with opposing forces attempting to forcibly pass through the blockade.
The blockade was imposed by the transporters in response to the growing number of checkpoints between Beledweyne and Mataban, which has disrupted traffic on the road connecting the northern region with Beledweyne.
Neither the Beledweyne Transport Committee nor local authorities have commented on the casualties or provided further details about the conflict.
Transporters have halted the movement of goods, including vegetables, livestock, and food, until a formal resolution is reached regarding the numerous checkpoints obstructing their routes.
SOURCE HIIRAAN ONLINE
