Clan Clash In Central Somalia Leaves 55 Dead, 155 Injured

A violent clash between two clans in central Somalia over the weekend has resulted in at least 55 deaths and 155 injuries, according to residents and medical officials.

The conflict erupted on Saturday between the Dir and Marihan clans in the towns of Abudwaq and Herale, over disputes concerning grazing land and watering points, said Farah Nur, a clan elder and resident of Herale.