As a result of fighting in Mogadishu killed 14 civilians.

In rezultante armed clashes between Ethiopian troops and militias armed Islamists in the Somali capital Mogadishu killed at least 14 civilians, sends agency AFP.

Reported that the Islamists attacked the armed convoy of Ethiopian army, which went to the building of the presidential residence - Villa Somalia (Villa Somalia). As noted, was involved in a collision, even heavy artillery.

As a result of the battle that took place at the presidential palace, killing nine civilians, another 16 people were wounded by stray bullets. 11 other residents of Mogadishu have died in the main market of capital Bakare, who came under shelling.

Recall that on Monday, January 12, Ethiopian troops entered the country in late 2006 to support the transitional government against the Islamists, began to flee Mogadishu.

As noted, the withdrawal of Ethiopian troops is a prerequisite for concluding a truce between the government and the Somali Islamists. Meanwhile, many fear that the withdrawal of Ethiopian armed forces will lead to a power vacuum and chaos.