On March 18, 2025, an explosion aimed at the Somal's Presidential Palace was aimed at the President of Hasan Sheikh Mohamuda. The incident happened at the solution of El-Haabta when the tuple was heading from the palace towards Mogadisho Airport. About it reports the local edition of Somaliguardian .
Despite the assassination attempt, Somali President was not injured and had already continued his journey. Instead, several other persons were injured.
The responsibility for the attack was taken by the terrorist group of Ash-Shabaab. Their representatives stated that the explosion occurred immediately after the President's tuple left the Presidential Palace.
National Security Advisor Somali Hussein Sheikh Ali confirmed that President Mohamud continued his journey, despite the attack. He also stressed that the authorities are doing their best to ensure the safety of citizens and protect government officials from terrorist threats.
This incident emphasizes the prolonged threat of terrorism in Somalia, where Ash-Shabaab continues to attack, despite international and national efforts to counteract this group.
