location: Kismayo
notes: Raskamboni/Madobe, or 'Jubaland' forces clash with Barre-Hirale militia in an area power struggle. Ahmed Madobe had appointed himself ruler of the area last month and had deemed the Barre-Hirale militia illegal. Five civilian bystanders were reportedly killing in the fighting. Radio Shabeelle reports six deaths due to the fighting.
target_text: location: Kismayo, fatalities: 5