Source: United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) |

Statement Attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General on Somalia

He extends his condolences to the families of the bereaved as well as the Government and people of Somalia. He wishes a swift recovery to the injured

The Secretary-General reaffirms the commitment of the United Nations to work with regional and other international actors in supporting the people and Government of Somalia

NEW YORK, United States of America, October 4, 2022/APO Group/ --

The Secretary-General condemns today’s attacks in Beletweyne, HirShabelle, perpetrated by Al-Shabaab, which resulted in many casualties, including state officials. 

He extends his condolences to the families of the bereaved as well as the Government and people of Somalia. He wishes a swift recovery to the injured. 

The Secretary-General reaffirms the commitment of the United Nations to work with regional and other international actors in supporting the people and Government of Somalia on their path toward a peaceful Somalia. 

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM).