Somalia: Nearly a dozen dead in Hiran fighting

Image

BELEDWEYNE, Somalia, June 4, 2015(Garowe Online)-At least 10 people have been reported killed in a fighting between two clans in Hiran region of central Somalia on Wednesday, Garowe Online reports.

The recurrent deadly clashes raged between the two clan militias in the village of Deefow according to witnesses. The wounded fighters with some from the opposing sides in critical condition were reportedly admitted to Beledweyne General Hospital.

The battle follows a series of deadly confrontations over the ownership of agricultural land.

The situation had since been calm, with clan elders seeking solution to the end of long-running hostility. 

GAROWE ONLINE 

Related Articles

“They Shattered My World Cup Dream” — Somali Referee Omar Artan Speaks Out After U.S. Entry Denial

The referee has since returned to Turkey and is expected to travel back to Somalia in the coming days.

  • Somalia

    09-06-2026

  • 01:56PM

Somalia says efforts failed to reverse U.S. entry ban on World Cup referee Omar Artan

According to the government, Somali officials held direct contacts with U.S. authorities and FIFA in an attempt to have the decision reviewed.

  • Somalia

    09-06-2026

  • 08:27AM