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Shaboobs kidnap farmers, pastoralists for ransom | |
2015-01-28 | |
BAIDOA, Somalia -- Somalia’s Al Qaeda-linked Al Shabaab militants have kidnapped dozens of civilians for ransom amid severe setback on the frontline and dire economic situation in a few strongholds in central and southern Somalia, Garowe Online reports.
Local official, Ahmed Mohamed Adan said that 43 people, almost all nomads and farmers are in the hands of Al Shabaab terrorists. “The 43 people are being held for $500 ransom, they are innocent civilians,” noted Adan, calling for their unconditional release. Al Shabaab is believed to have benefited from the illicit trade, forging partnership with profiteers and allegedly selling charcoal in sacks on Mideast markets. | |
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