At least 13 people were killed in a complex attack launched by Somali militant group Alshabaab targeting the interior ministry headquarters in the capital Mogadishu.
Among the dead are three 3 militants who were gunned down by Somali special forces in a heavy exchange of fire that followed two explosions.
The militants are said to have disguise themselves as Somali security agents and accessed a security checkpoint before the VBIED explosion and exchange of fire.
AL Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attack shortly afterwards. The Somali government is yet to release a statement regarding this matter.
We will keep you updated with the latest developments and updates from the region.
Halgan Media.
