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Islamists warn Ethiopia

MOGADISHU (Somalia): A top official of Somalia's Islamic militia vowed on Tuesday to launch a ``major attack'' within seven days unless troops from neighbouring Ethiopia leave this country.

The announcement comes amid mounting tensions between the militia and Somalia's official Government, which has the support of neighbouring Ethiopia. The Islamic group already has hundreds of combatants within striking distance of the Government base in Baidoa. — AP

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