Historical Events tagged with "burao"
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Major Offensive of Somali National Movement
In late May, the Somali National Movement initiated a significant military offensive against Somali government forces in Hargeisa and Burao, which are the second- and third-largest cities in Somalia. The offensive targeted government positions as part of the broader struggle for independence in the northern region, known as Somaliland. The conflict stemmed from long-standing grievances against the central government's repression of the Somali population, particularly in the north. The fighting resulted in considerable casualties and destruction in these urban centers.
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