The militant group Al-Shabab says it has taken control of a hotel near the centre of the Somali capital Mogadishu.
Police said attackers detonated two explosives outside the hotel, before entering the building and opening fire.
In a statement, the Islamist group claimed to be in control of the complex and said they “are shooting everyone”.
The Hayat is said to be a popular location for employees of the federal government to meet.
Security officials said several causalities have been…
