Six Al-Shabaab militants killed, one captured in Garissa operationSix Al-Shabaab militants were killed in Jirole area, Garissa County during a security operation. Ndalana said they had mounted operations on the main border as part of efforts to address increased cases of Al-Shabaab attacks. Officials said five armed Al-Shabaab militants were spotted on Saturday heading towards Borehole 11 and were likely to plant explosives on the roads. More security personnel have been sent to the area to deal with Al-Shabaab militants behind the incidents. Security agencies say smuggling and trade of contraband goods is the cause of increased attacks by Al-Shabaab in the area.

Source: Standard Digital March 15, 2020 09:56 UTC