bloomshorts Three Kenyan Soldiers Killed in Roadside Blast
Three Kenyan soldiers lost their lives and several others were injured after their vehicle hit an improvised explosive device (IED) in eastern Lamu county, near the border with Somalia. The incident occurred while the soldiers were on patrol along the road between Kiunga and Sankuri.
Response and Investigation
The Kenyan Defence Forces (KDF) confirmed the tragic event, stating that the wounded were evacuated to specialized military facilities and are responding well to treatment. Multi-agency security teams have been deployed to investigate the attack, which has been attributed to the Islamist Al-Shabaab group, known for its operations in the region.
Background of the Threat
The area has been a hotspot for attacks by Al-Shabaab, a group linked to Al-Qaeda, which has been fighting to overthrow the Somali government for over a decade. This incident underscores the persistent danger faced by security forces in the region, with previous attacks claiming the lives of numerous Kenyan policemen and soldiers.
