A daring assault by seven al-Shabab militants on a high-security prison in Mogadishu, Somalia, culminated in the death of all attackers, according to the Somali government. The incident unfolded on Saturday evening at Godka Jilicow, a detention facility housing al-Shabab militants, located near the presidential palace in the heart of the capital. The attack began with a massive explosion and intense gunfire, drawing immediate attention to the area. Al-Shabab claimed responsibility, stating they had freed ‘all Muslim prisoners’ and inflicted significant casualties on the guards. The militants reportedly disguised themselves as soldiers to gain access to the prison, as reported by the government-run news agency Sonna Live. While the government did not disclose the number of security personnel killed, it expressed condolences to the families of ‘the fallen heroes.’ The attack raises serious questions about the effectiveness of security measures in one of Mogadishu’s most heavily guarded areas. Al-Shabab, an al-Qaeda-affiliated group, has been waging a violent insurgency against the Somali government for nearly two decades. The incident occurred hours after the government reopened key roads in Mogadishu, citing improved safety conditions. This attack underscores the persistent threat posed by al-Shabab and the challenges faced by Somali security forces in maintaining stability.