Somalia: Reported explosion Tarabunka Junction, Mogadishu Jan. 25

Event

Reporting suggests that a remote controlled improvised explosive device (RCIED) targeted a Somali National Army vehicle travelling between Tarabunka and Ex-Digfer Hospital Junctions in Mogadishu's Medina/Hodan district at around 07:26 (local time) on Thursday, January 25. Initial reports suggest there are four casualties, including civilians. Details are still emerging; avoid area if possible.

Advice

Individuals in Mogadishu are advised to remain abreast of the situation and avoid the area of the incident.

Due to the high threat of terrorism, individuals present throughout Somalia are advised to avoid government and institutional buildings as well as political events due to Al-Shabaab's tendency to target political figures and security forces. Because of extremely poor security conditions, travel should only be considered with appropriate security precautions in place.