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Car Bomb Kills Nine at Mogadishu Café During Euro 2024 Final

Al-Shabab claims responsibility for the deadly explosion targeting a popular spot near the presidential palace in Somalia's capital.

  • At least nine people were killed and 20 injured in the car bomb attack.
  • The explosion occurred at Top Coffee café, packed with football fans watching the Euro 2024 final.
  • Al-Shabab, an al-Qaeda-linked group, claimed responsibility for the attack.
  • The blast destroyed several cars and damaged buildings in the vicinity.
  • Somalia has seen a relative lull in attacks amid a government offensive against Al-Shabab.
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