MOGADISHU (Somaliguardian) – Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed arrived in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, on Thursday, simply as mortar shells struck town’s airport shortly earlier than his aircraft landed.
Abiy was welcomed by Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and members of his authorities. He was then escorted to the presidential advanced, the place the 2 leaders are set to debate the completion of the Ankara Settlement, brokered by Turkey final 12 months.
Within the lead-up to the go to, safety measures had been tightened throughout town. Main roads had been closed on Wednesday night, stopping automobiles from accessing them. A number of members of parliament reported being stopped by safety forces whereas making an attempt to return dwelling, regardless of displaying their id playing cards.
The origin of the mortar shells stays unclear, given the heightened safety, and there have been no instant stories of casualties. The militant group Al-Shabaab claimed accountability for the assault.
Earlier on Thursday, the group additionally launched an assault in town of Bal’advert, positioned 30 kilometers north of Mogadishu, briefly taking management of the strategic city.
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