UN condemns attacks by Somali extremists 


"At least a dozen attacks" perpetrated by the extremist group Al-Shaabab in Somalia over the past 10 days have been condemned by the head of the UN Mission in the country (UNSOM).

Michael Keating said that the attacks had caused "carnage," resulting in 28 dead and 31 injured.

Drought and military conflict have fuelled food insecurity, threating the possibility of famine in the Horn of Africa nation, despite increasing political stability.

Around 6.2 million are in need of assistance.

"Mr. Keating called the attacks on civilians "unjustifiable" and said "this is a perverse and inhumane way to make a political point and achieve nothing." UN Spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric.

This year, 337 people, mostly civilians, have been killed or injured by 87 improvised explosive devices or IEDs. Civilian casualties from these devices have increased by over 50% since this time in 2015."

SOURCE: UN Radio