Baidoa suicide bombing

Baidoa suicide bombing
Part of War in Somalia (2009–present)
Location Baidoa, Somalia
Date 28 February 2016
Attack type
Suicide bombing
Deaths 30
Non-fatal injuries
40
Perpetrators Al-Shabaab

Two suicide bombers attacked a busy junction and a restoraunt in the Somali town Baidoa.[1] 30 people, mostly civilians were killed and another 40 were injured. Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility, saying they targeted government officials and security forces.[2] [3]

References

  1. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-35685648
  2. "Islamist group kills 30 in twin blasts in Somali town". Reuters. 28 February 2016. Retrieved 28 February 2016.
  3. "Un double attentat suicide en Somalie a fait 30 morts et 40 blessés". RT français. 29 February 2016. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
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