Eight Dead in Somalia latest Bombing

On Sunday, January 15th, 2023, a bombing in Somalia resulted in the deaths of eight people and injured several others. The attack, which occurred in Central city of Somalia, was claimed by the extremist group Al-Shabaab.

Five people were killed on the spot, while three others died overnight in hospital," he said on Sunday, adding the bomber had been planning to destroy the city's main bridge before redirecting the attack at a civilian area.

The bombing targeted the city's main bridge. Emergency services rushed to the scene to provide assistance to the injured and transport them to nearby hospitals. The death toll is expected to rise as some of the injured are in critical condition.

Al-Shabaab, which is affiliated with al-Qaida, has been active in Somalia for over a decade and has been responsible for numerous terrorist attacks in the country. The group has targeted government officials, civilians, and security forces in an attempt to overthrow the government and establish an Islamic state in Somalia.

This latest attack is a reminder of the ongoing instability and insecurity in Somalia, which has been plagued by civil war and extremist violence for decades. The international community has condemned the attack and called for an end to the violence.

The government of Somalia has vowed to continue its fight against Al-Shabaab and other extremist groups in the country. The government has also called on the international community to provide support and assistance in the fight against terrorism.

In conclusion, the bombing that occurred on Sunday, January 15th, 2023 in Somalia’s central city, has resulted in the deaths of eight people and injuring several others. The attack was claimed by the extremist group Al-Shabaab, which has been active in Somalia for over a decade, and continues to launch attacks in the country. The international community has condemned the attack and calls for an end to the violence. The government of Somalia remains determined to combat terrorism in the country, with support from the international community