Somalia: Three killed in clashes near Galkayo

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GALKAYO, Somalia-At least three people have been reported killed and ten others wounded after clashes flared up between pastoralists and Galmudug troops near Galkayo, Garowe Online reports.

The fighting occurred in Ano Surale vicinity, a few kilometers off the village of El-Lahelay according to residents.

The wounded were admitted to hospitals in Galkayo. Puntland government has not commented on the recurrent clashes.

Local clans previously fought each other over pasture and clan revenges.  Tensions are said to be running high in Bali Busle.

GAROWE ONLINE

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