The attack by al-Shabab at a popular hotel led to intense clashes with security forces.
Somali security forces have ended a deadly 24-hour siege by Islamist fighters who stormed a popular hotel in the central city of Beledweyne, authorities say.
The attack by al-Shabab began with a car bomb exploding, followed by gunmen entering the hotel, leading to intense clashes with security forces.
The mayor of Beledweyne district says some detonated themselves while others were killed by police forces.
The mayor said seven people had been killed in the attack but witnesses said the death toll could be higher.
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