Somalia: Jubaland forces conduct security sweep

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KISMAYO, Somalia Feb 1, 2015 (Garowe Online)—Jubaland security forces have conducted door by door security operation in the southern port city of Kismayo, arresting terror suspects, Garowe Online reports.
 

Police aided by intelligence officers pressed ahead with the search operation in various neighborhoods.
 
Nearly 10 youths suspected of being Al Shabaab members were captured during the sweep.
 
The search operations also saw popular spots and vehicles on the main roads.
 
Jubaland President Sheikh Ahmed Mohamed Islam (Madobe) voted no letup in anti terror offensives in Lower Juba, Gedo and Middle Juba.
 
Allied forces are preparing for new thrusts into Al Shabaab-held areas in Gedo.
 
GAROWE ONLINE

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