Somalia: Car Bomb Explosion At Mogadishu Beachfront Resturant

16 February 2013

Mogadishu, Somalia — A car packed full explosives exploded Saturday afternoon, at a restaurant near Mogadishu's Liido beach and resulted in unknown casualties, Garowe Online reports.

A car packed full of explosives was parked in a restaurant parking near the beach. The beachfront restaurant was well frequented by members of parliament and government officials. The area is also a tourist attraction.

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