Security forces kill seven Al-Shabab militants in Somali prison attack
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Security forces in Somalia have killed seven Al-Shabab militants following an attack. The government said it had successfully ended a six-hour siege by the militants at the Godka Jilacow prison complex.
Breakdown
- Seven al-Shabaab militants killed after attacking Mogadishu prison.
- Attackers disguised as soldiers attempted to free imprisoned members. 38s
- No prisoners escaped during the six-hour siege. 44s
- About 25 injured people were assisted following the attack. 1m 9s
- The prison is operated by Somalia's National Intelligence and Security Agency. 1m 18s