source: Undisclosed Source
actor1: AMISOM: African Union Mission in Somalia (2007-) (Ethiopia)
actor2: Al Shabaab
location: Belet Weyne
notes: An SNA and AMISOM ENDF contingent joint operation from Beletweyne town were attacked by al Shabaab fighters at Indhacaad area (c. 30 km North East of Beletweyne town). There was an exchange of gunfire which lasted for about 30 minutes. The motive of the operation was to clear the main supply routes along Beletweyne, Matabaan and Maxaas that was blocked by al Shabaab fighters. There were no reports of causalities. SNA commander, through the media, stated that al Shabaab were forced to retreat to several villages and confirmed that the operation was ongoing.