Gunmen Attack Mogadishu Hotel Leaving At Least 15 Dead

Gunmen attacked a Mogadishu hotel on Saturday, taking guests hostage and shooting at everyone randomly before security forces killed the assailants on the top floor and ended the hours-long assault.

Massive blasts and heavy gunfire rocked the Naso Hablod hotel in Somalia’s capital, Mogadishu, as gunmen fought their way inside, leaving dozens dead and injured, according to reports. The casualties include civilians and hotel guards. At least four gunmen took part in the attack.