February 2016 Mogadishu attack
| February 2016 Mogadishu attack | |
|---|---|
| Part of War in Somalia (2009–present) | |
| Location | Mogadishu, Somalia |
| Date | 26 February 2016 |
Attack type | Shooting, Suicide bombing |
| Deaths | 14 |
Non-fatal injuries | Unknown |
| Perpetrators | Al-Shabaab |
A suicide bomber blew the entrance of the SYL hotel in Mogadishu allowing gunmen to storm the hotel and clash with the hotel guards. Government forces arrived and ended the attack. Five militants, including the suicide bomber and at least nine civilians were killed. Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility.[1]
References
- ↑ "At Least 14 Dead as Shabab Gunmen Attack Hotel in Somalia". New York Times. 26 February 2016.
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