Al-Shabaab Offensive in Lower Shabelle Displaces 6,000 – Somalia, 2026-03-20 | WarHeatMap.app

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Home › SomaliaAl-Shabaab Offensive in Lower Shabelle Displaces 6,000Al-Shabaab militants launched a surprise offensive against government-held positions in the Lower Shabelle region on March 20, 2026. The ensuing battle in populated areas led to the displacement of 6,000 civilians. Local elders reported that families fled toward Mogadishu to avoid being caught in the crossfire or forced recruitment. Humanitarian agencies noted an increase in arrivals at IDP camps on the city's outskirts, according to Garowe Online.
Date: 2026-03-20
Country: Somalia
Conflict: Somali Civil War
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: Garowe Online
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