Hilowle Gaab attack

On January 6, 2023, al-Shabaab militants attacked the town of Hilowle Gaab, which had recently been recaptured by Somali forces. Over 20 people were killed in the attack, including several Somali commanders.

Hilowle Gaab attack
Part of Somali Civil War (2009–present)
DateJanuary 6, 2023
Location
Hilowle Gaab, Somalia
Result al-Shabaab tactical victory
Somali strategic victory
Belligerents
Somalia
Ma'awisley
al-Shabaab
Casualties and losses
7+ killed and injured (per Somalia)
31 killed (per al-Shabaab)
Unknown
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