[BBC] The United States has launched a series of attacks by unmanned drones on the Somali Islamist group al-Shabab, local residents say.At least three targets were hit around Kismayo, the southern port which is under the control of the militants.
One reconnaissance drone is reported to have crashed.
Meanwhile, there have been clashes between Somali government troops and the militants in the Gedo region, further north.
Residents of Kismayo say there were explosions around the city, with at least three targets being hit.
It is reported that al-Shabab are patrolling the streets, preventing locals from using the hospital, which is treating their wounded.