IED

IED event in Middle Shabelle, Jowhar area, Somalia on Sun 17th July 2022

17th July 2022

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On 17 July 2022, a vehicle-borne IED by Al Shabaab militants detonated at the entrance gate of Nuur-Doob hotel at the Hantiwadag in Jowhar town (Middle Shabelle, Jowhar). Two people were killed and fifteen others were injured, including three Hirshabelle ministers. The explosion also impacted Wabi Shabelle Hotel and the nearby residences. Al Shabaab claimed responsibility.

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Middle Shabelle ( Jowhar area )

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