Somalia: Explosion in Mogadishu kills three, injures others


A landmine explosion in Mogadishu’s Karaan district killed three civilians and wounded multiple others on Saturday, local sources told Garowe Online.

The IED blast occurred in the El Ali Gedi area, with the sound reverberating through nearby areas, though the intended target of the attack remains unknown. Karaan district security personnel investigated the incident but have not detained any suspects. No group has claimed responsibility.

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Source: Garowe News


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