Battle of Mocímboa da Praia (2020 AD)

Battle of Mocímboa da Praia (Mozambique & Dyck Advisory Group vs Islamic State - Central Africa Province) took place in 2020 AD during Islamist insurgency in Mozambique.

Battle facts

• Year: 2020 AD
• Date: 2020-06-27
• Era: Contemporary
• Conflict: Islamist insurgency in Mozambique
• Side A: Mozambique, Dyck Advisory Group
• Side B: Islamic State - Central Africa Province
• Commanders (A): Horacio Arosio Charles
• Commanders (B): Unknown
• Outcome: Al-Shabaab captures the city on June 27, Mozambican forces and allies recapture it on June 29
• Coordinates: -11.350°, 40.333°

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