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What will be the public response to the Lido Beach attack by September 30, 2024?
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Al-Shabaab Attack on Mogadishu's Lido Beach Kills 32, Injures 63
Aug 3, 2024, 08:17 AM
A devastating attack occurred at Lido Beach in Mogadishu, Somalia, on Friday evening. The assault, claimed by the Al-Shabaab militant group, involved a suicide bomber and gunmen targeting a popular beachfront area and a nearby hotel. The Somali police confirmed that at least 32 people were killed and 63 others injured in the attack. Security forces responded swiftly, neutralizing five attackers and evacuating many civilians. The incident marks one of the deadliest attacks in Mogadishu in recent months, with scenes of chaos and destruction reported at the site. Video footage showed at least 18 bodies on the beach. Police spokesman Abdifatah Adan Hassan provided updates on the situation.
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