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Al Shabaab attacks pedestrians in a shopping centre during mid-day, arriving in three separate groups using three different entrances. 68 dead, including private security staff, 150+ injured over four days, hostages taken. Witnesses claim the attack was highly organised, with the attackers having pre-positioned weapons throughout the building, as well as obtaining access to service elevators. Following the attack al Shabaab claimed responsibility. There were claims the group specifically targeted non-Muslims. Foreigners were among those confirmed dead, including British, American, French, Canadians, Indians, a Ghanaian, a South African and a Chinese. The ordeal occurred over a four day period. Al Shabaab stated the reason for the attacks was the Kenyan military presence in Somalia. |
