What the records say
- When
- 8 Jan 2018
- Kind
- Battle
- Coordinates
- 8.55° N, 47.83° E
- Description
- 2018 battle
Placed at the area, not an exact site.
Battle of Tukaraq
2018 battle in Somaliland
The Battle of Tukaraq in 2018 saw the Somaliland National Army engage Puntland forces in Tukaraq, a town in the eastern Sool region, on the road between the regional capitals of Las Anod and Garowe. The ensuing heavy clashes resulted in Somaliland ousting the Puntland army from the town. The battle was significant as it was the first time both forces clashed directly.
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