source: Undisclosed Source
actor1: Military Forces of Somalia (2017-) Puntland Security Force
actor2: Al Shabaab
location: Madarshon
notes: 14-16 March. Puntland security forces conducted security operations from 14-16 March against al Shabaab hideouts at Dhagaxbuur, Karin, Xagarood, Didigle and Madarshood of Almadow Mountains (c. 27-54 km south west of Bossaso). 23 al Shabaab fighters were killed across the varied locations.