Al-Shabaab Claims Responsibility for Mogadishu Beach Attack

A suicide bombing and gun attack at Lido Beach in Mogadishu, Somalia, resulted in at least 32 deaths and 63 injuries, marking one of the deadliest attacks in months. The assault, claimed by the Al-Shabaab militant group, began late Friday evening when a bomber detonated an explosive device outside a popular beach hotel, followed by gunmen opening fire on civilians. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as people fled or sought cover amid the panic, with many bodies lying on the ground and some critically injured. Police confirmed that five attackers were killed during the siege, while a sixth detonated his explosives, and a soldier was among the deceased. This incident underscores the ongoing threat posed by Al-Shabaab, which has a long history of targeting crowded civilian areas despite being pushed back by government forces in recent years. The attack has drawn condemnation from both the government and local officials, highlighting concerns of escalating violence in the region.