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"Somalia conflict: UN helicopter and passengers seized by al-Shabab"

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The group is affiliated to al-Qaeda and has waged a brutal insurgency for nearly 20 years.

The seizure of the helicopter was confirmed to the BBC by Galmudug region Security Minister Mohamed Abdi Adan.

Several foreigners and two locals were on the helicopter, Somali military official Major Hassan Ali told Reuters news agency.

"It was also carrying medical supplies and it was supposed to transport injured soldiers from Galgudud region," he was quoted as saying.
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Somalia conflict: UN helicopter and passengers seized by al-Shabab

Eight passengers and its crew are being held in territory controlled by al-Shabab, local sources say.
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