On Tuesday, a car bomb exploded at the Cairo Hotel in Beledweyne, Somalia, killing at least six people, including two prominent traditional elders, and injuring several others. The blast triggered intense gunfire as attackers stormed the hotel, engaging security forces. The attack targeted the hotel, which houses traditional elders and military officers coordinating the government's offensive against the militant group al-Shabab. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack. This event took place on 03/11/2025 at the following location: Beledweyne, Somalia.
Incident Type: Terrorism
Event Type: Car Bomb
Total Fatalities: 6
Total Wounded: 0
Police/Military Fatalities: 0
Police/Military Wounded: 0
Civilian Fatalities: 6
Civilian Wounded: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Fatalities: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Wounded: 0
Number Arrested: 0
Source: Associated Press
