The Union forces successfully enter the port city of Kismayo . The city is a key stronghold with Al - Shabaab , an Islamic group . Read more about Al-Shabaab on CNN 's Security Clearance blog . Thousands of civilians had been fleeing the city in advance of the assault .
The Union forces successfully enter the port city of Kismayo . The city is a key stronghold with Al - Shabaab , an Islamic group . Thousands of civilians had been fleeing the city in advance of the assault .