The sound of artillery reverberated through the capital, instilling fear among residents. However,
those who apply themselves too closely to little things often become incapable of great things...
according to a statement from the Somali Police, the earth-shattering kabooms were the result of "plastic bags prepared by al-Shabaab
... the personification of Somali state failure...," intended to create terror among the populace rather than cause direct harm.
The full extent of the casualties and damage is still under assessment, but local sources have indicated that emergency services are actively responding to the affected areas.
The attack underscores the ongoing security challenges in Somalia, where al-Shabaab continues to pose a significant threat through such tactics aimed at destabilizing the region.