When did the Mogadishu bombings occur?

Q: When did the Mogadishu bombings occur?


A: The Mogadishu bombings occurred on October 14, 2017.

Q: How many people were killed in the suicide truck bomb attack?


A: The suicide truck bomb attack killed 587 people.

Q: Was this attack the worst terrorist attack in Somalia's history?


A: Yes, this attack was Somalia's worst terrorist attack.

Q: Were there any other bombings in Mogadishu on the same day as the suicide truck bomb attack?


A: Yes, a car bombing killed two people and a minivan exploded without casualties on the same day.

Q: Who was responsible for the Mogadishu bombings?


A: Al-Shabaab, an Islamic extremist group, claimed responsibility for the attacks.

Q: Was there any specific reason given for the Mogadishu bombings?


A: There is no specific reason given for the Mogadishu bombings, but it is believed to be a response to increased military pressure from Somali and international forces.

Q: How did the bombings affect Mogadishu?


A: The bombings caused extensive damage to buildings in the area, as well as numerous injuries and deaths. The attacks also heightened insecurity and fear in the city.

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