Suicide bombing at Damanyo military base in Mogadishu
A suicide bomber targeted a queue of young recruits at a military base in Mogadishu, killing at least 10 people. Al Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attack.
Key Points
- Al Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attack
- Similar incident in 2023 at Jale Siyad base
- Government officials could not be immediately reached for comment
Pros
- Quick response by government forces to cordon off the area
- Medical staff promptly attended to the injured
Cons
- Tragic loss of life, with at least 10 people dead and many injured
- Ongoing insurgency by al Shabaab in Somalia