AU Seeks International Help After Somalia Troop Deaths

The militants say that more than 170 AU soldiers had died - mostly Burundian nationals - but this number has not been independently verified. <br />The AU mission in Somalia has however confirmed that the base in the Middle Shabelle region was staffed by Burundian peacekeepers. <br />Spokesman Stephane Dujarric wished a speedy recovery to the injured and called for the international community to provide all necessary support to Atmis and to the Somali security forces in their fight against Al-Shabab.