Mogadishu, Jan 2
The death toll in the twin car bomb explosions, which targetted a hotel in Somali capital city Wednesday, risen to 11 while dozens more were injured, police and media reports said.
"We can confirm that the death toll now stands at 11 including four government soldiers and five civilians," reported Xinhua citing police officer Yusuf Hire.
The blasts occurred as explosives-laden vehicles went off in quick succession outside the Jazeera hotel near the international airport in the capital. The hotel is frequented by government officials and local business people.
By:IANS