25 Oct 2022 | 05:59 PM UTC
Somalia: Explosion reported near Mogadishu's Nasa Hablod Hotel Oct. 25 /update 1
Explosion reported near Mogadishu's Nasa Hablod Hotel, Somalia, Oct. 25; avoid the area and follow authority directives.
Event
Emerging reports indicate that a car bomb was detonated near Mogadishu's Nasa Hablod Hotel Oct. 25. There have been no reports of casualties at this time. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack; however, the Al-Shabaab militant group is the most likely perpetrator.
Heightened security is likely near the blast site in the coming hours. The incident and response could disrupt road travel and business operations in the surrounding area.
Advice
Avoid the blast site. Heed the instructions of security officials. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation.