Ahlu Sunna Waljama’a (ASWJ), a moderate Islamist group in central Somalia say it began military operations, hunting down Al Shabaab members in Galgadud region.
ASWJ fighters in fighting vehicles have been deployed south of Guri’el town, where Al Shabaab leaders are reportedly holding meeting with local elders.
Al Shabaab leaders are discussing with the elders on ways to bring an end to civilian killings by the militants in Galgadud region, central Somalia.
The meeting has ended with disagreement, as both sides failed to reach a comprehensive accord on the issue, according to reliable sources.
Al Shabaab has demanded from the elders a another meeting by Next month.
