Militants attack major prison in Mogadishu hours after roadblocks lifted

Just hours after the federal government lifted long-standing roadblocks in Mogadishu, militants launched an attack on a major prison near Somalia’s presidential palace. Residents in the Bondhere district reported multiple explosions and heavy gunfire, reflecting the sudden and dangerous turn of events in the city.

Militants attack major prison in Mogadishu hours after roadblocks lifted