Somali army repels troups loyal to ousted leader and Islamist insurgents
Somali national forces repelled an assault by troops loyal to an ousted regional leader and Islamist insurgents on Monday over control of the key city of Baidoa. The assault involved "vehicles laden with explosives" according to the government, which said its troops killed nearly 30 militants in their response. Details by Laurent Berstecher.
Reporting originally appeared via France 24. Read the full source for additional context.