Somalia’s Health Minister, Dr. Ali Hajiadam Abubakar, strongly condemned the recent Al-Shabaab attack on the Cairo Hotel in Beledweyne, labeling it as an act of “barbarism.”
In a statement shared on social media, he commended the rapid response of the security forces, highlighting their efficiency in protecting nearly all the traditional elders who were present during the assault.
The minister’s remarks underscore the ongoing threat posed by Al-Shabaab and the importance of robust security measures to safeguard civilians and key community figures.