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Several soldiers killed in Al Shabab attack on army base in Lower Juba

Type of event:
Terrorist/rebel/criminal assault

Victims

7

Wounded

15

Date

March 8, 2023

What happened

Al Shabab militants have staged an attack on a military base in a Somalian town recently recaptured from the armed group, killing several soldiers, according to army officials.

Somalian army officers said the militants used explosive-laden vehicles to mount an attack on the base before they were repelled.

Where it happened

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