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Roadside explosions in Somali capital Mogadishu kill 5, official says

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An explosive device had been planted at a spot in a street where many young people had gathered to take photos, official says.

No group immediately claimed responsibility for Saturday ’s attack.

Islamic extremist group al-Shabab , which opposes Somalia 's federal government, frequently carries out such assaults.

The attack comes just weeks after a similar explosion at a beach where more than 30 people were killed.

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English

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