Islamist Groups Battle Each Other In Kismayo

Two Islamist groups, who were onetime allies, battled for control of the Somali port town of Kismayo on Thursday, Bloomberg News reports.

Fighters from Hizbul Islam and Al-Shabaab clashed with automatic weapons and mortars, residents said. At least two people were killed in the crossfire, according to medical officials.

Earlier this week, Hizbul Islam militants entered Kismayo and drove out fighters from Al-Shabaab. The groups used to have joint control over the town.

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