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Several killed in attack at Somali military base

An attack on a military base in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, has killed at least eight people and injured 14 others, officials say.

Axar.az reports citing foreign media that a suicide bomber driving a car targeted the gates of the base near Mogadishu Stadium, military officials said.

The extremely loud explosion was heard across the city.

Islamist militant group Al-Shabab said it was behind the attack. It often carries out bombings targeting security forces and officials.

Date
2020.08.08 / 20:31
Author
Axar.az
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