Somalis Protest Al-Shabaab Attack After 37 Killed

In Mogadishu, hundreds of Somalis, including government officials and survivors, protested against al-Shabaab following a deadly attack on Lido Beach that left at least 37 people dead. The demonstration aimed to express solidarity with the victims and demand stronger security measures to combat terrorism. Protesters chanted slogans denouncing the extremist group, emphasizing that al-Shabaab targets ordinary citizens as well as officials. Amidst the ongoing violence, participants urged the government to enhance public safety and called on youth to actively engage in the fight against extremism. Al-Shabaab, which opposes Somalia's federal government, has continued to carry out attacks despite government efforts to regain control. The recent attack has raised concerns about the security situation as the country undergoes a drawdown of international peacekeeping forces.