source: Undisclosed Source
actor1: Military Forces of Somalia (2017-)
actor2: Al Shabaab
location: Mahadaay
notes: Al Shabaab attacked an SNA defensive base located at the main bridge of Mahaday town in Mahaday district. Al Shabaab initiated the attack by firing mortar shells and RPG rounds at the SNA base. There was an exchange of heavy gunfire which lasted for about 25 minutes after which SNA retreated from their position. Al Shabaab temporarily took control of the base. Al Shabaab vacated the town early the next morning and SNA retook control of the base without any resistance. At least one civilian was killed and three others were injured. Al Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attack.