Two suicide bombers attacked a busy junction and a restaurant 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]
| Baidoa suicide bombing | |
|---|---|
| Part of Somali Civil War (2009–present) | |
| Location | Baidoa, Somalia |
| Date | 28 February 2016 |
Attack type | Suicide bombing |
| Deaths | 30 |
| Injured | 40 |
| Perpetrators | Al-Shabaab |
References
edit- ^ "Somalia's al-Shabab claims Baidoa attack killing 30". BBC News. 2016-02-29. Retrieved 2020-12-30.
- ^ "Islamist group kills 30 in twin blasts in Somali town". Reuters. 28 February 2016. Retrieved 28 February 2016.
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