suicide bombing

Heartbreak and Resilience: The Aftermath of a Tragedy in Mogadishu On a sunny morning in southern Mogadishu, the usual bustle took a tragic turn. An attack at the Xero Damaayo military recruitment center reminded the world of Somalia's ongoing struggles with violence and extremism. In a matter of moments, lives were lost, families shattered, and a community was once again left to pick up the pieces. The Attack Unfolds The explosion occurred at 9:20 a.m. local time, in the heart of Hodon district. Witnesses described a…

At least 15 Somali soldiers were killed in a suicide bombing at a military base in Mogadishu on Tuesday, an official said. "I have counted about 15 new recruits who have been killed in the explosion," said Army Officer Mohamed Adan, adding that the charge could be higher. Adan said the bomber was disguised among recruits queuing outside General Dhegobadan's military camp when the blast occurred. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the attack, the deadliest in the capital in 18 months. Soldiers and…