The bitter wrangles between two key al-Shabaab leaders in Somalia now threatens to split the militia to the advantage of ongoing counter terror operations inside the country and within the region. According to the report, Karate’s penchant for public and media appearances have grown his stature within the rank and file of al-Shabaab, further complicating the group’s dynamics. Karate hails from the Galmudug State and has been notably vocal in his ambitions for leadership within al-Shabaab. This collaboration has resulted in the deaths of several top-level al-Shabaab commanders in recent months,” notes the report. The developing situation has seen opposing militants coalesce around Diriye, with the aim of preventing Karate from taking over the group’s leadership.

Source: Daily Nation October 19, 2023 07:23 UTC