Iraq Condemns Attempted Assassination of Somali President
Iraq’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the attempted assassination of Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, emphasizing the need for international cooperation against terrorism. The attack, attributed to al-Shabab, injured others but left the President unscathed. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the British Embassy also voiced support for Somalia’s counter-terrorism efforts.
On Thursday, Iraq’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a condemnation of the attempted assassination of Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The ministry’s statement highlighted the critical necessity for “strengthened international cooperation against terrorism” and called for increased global action to foster regional peace and tackle shared security issues.
Furthermore, the ministry reiterated Iraq’s commitment to standing with Somalia in its fight against terrorism and violence. The recent explosion of a roadside bomb near the Somali presidential palace targeted the President’s convoy, an incident that Somalia’s Information Ministry described as a “cowardly act of desperation” by the militant group al-Shabab, which has claimed responsibility for the attack. Although the President was unharmed, eyewitnesses reported casualties in the area.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the attack and expressed his support for Somalia’s ongoing battle against terrorism and its peace efforts. Additionally, the British Embassy in Mogadishu denounced the incident, asserting, “The UK remains a steadfast partner of the Somali government as they fight the violent extremists responsible for this despicable attack.”
In summary, Iraq has condemned the assassination attempt on Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, calling for enhanced international cooperation against terrorism. The attack, executed by al-Shabab, targeted the President’s convoy but did not result in his harm. Both the UN Secretary-General and the British Embassy have expressed support for Somalia’s efforts against terrorism and violence, underscoring the importance of global solidarity in combating these threats.
Original Source: shafaq.com
