Al Shabaab has claimed responsibility for a bomb attack on Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s convoy in Mogadishu. Egypt condemned the attack, reaffirming its opposition to violence in Somalia and expressing solidarity with President Mohamud. Thankfully, the President remains unharmed, with the incident resulting in several casualties. Eyewitnesses confirmed the attack, marking a significant escalation in Al Shabaab’s campaign against the Somali government since 2014.
On Tuesday, a bomb attack targeted the convoy of Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Mogadishu, resulting in casualties. The Islamist group Al Shabaab has claimed responsibility for this act of violence, marking a significant escalation in their ongoing campaign against the Somali government.
Egypt has issued a strong condemnation of the attack, characterizing it as a “terrorist act” and reaffirming its stance against all forms of violence that threaten stability in Somalia. In its official statement, Egypt expressed solidarity with President Mohamud and the Somali people.
Reassurances from government officials confirm that President Mohamud remains unharmed following the attack. Advisor Zakariye Hussein noted on social media that the President was in good spirits and heading towards the front lines to engage with security efforts.
Eyewitness accounts from soldiers and local residents indicate that the convoy was indeed struck during the assault, with a Reuters journalist reporting four fatalities near the presidential palace. Al Shabaab’s statement claimed responsibility for the attack via its Telegram channel, aiming specifically at the President’s convoy as it departed from the palace to the airport.
This attack represents a notable instance of Al Shabaab directly targeting President Mohamud since their previous assault during his first term in 2014. Following the assault, Egypt extended its condolences to the victims’ families and expressed support for the recovery of those injured in the attack.
The attack on President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s convoy by Al Shabaab underscores ongoing security challenges in Somalia. Egypt’s condemnation highlights international concerns surrounding terrorism and violence aimed at destabilizing the region. The solidarity expressed by Egypt reinforces support for Somalia amid these threats, while also conveying sympathy for the victims.
Original Source: www.dailynewsegypt.com
