Three government ministers were among some 22 people killed in the attack.

A suicide bomber disguised as a woman in a veil blew himself up at a graduation ceremony in the capital last Thursday.

Most of those killed were medical students. More than 60 people were injured.

We read here of one of the greatest challenges facing peace loving citizens in many parts of the world. Entire territories and even nations face intense terror and oppression on a daily basis by violent groups with agendas stemming from perversions of righeousness or so-called religious fervor. 

The emergence of non-state groups with massive capacity for violence requires greater complexity of reflection both in international relations and in matters pertaining to sovereignty and tyranny.

As the world prayed for the welfare and safety of post-election Iranian protesters, how much more must we pray intensely and seek creative ways to support such heroes as these Somalis demonstrating courage in a time of grief.

Hundreds of Somalis have taken to the streets of Mogadishu to protest against al-Shabab,

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the group held responsible for a deadly suicide attack last week.
Protesters burned the group’s flag in what analysts say is an unprecedented show of anger at the militants, who control large parts of the country.
Although al-Shabab has been widely blamed for the atrocity, the group has issued a statement denying involvement.

Three government ministers were among some 22 people killed in the attack.

A suicide bomber disguised as a woman in a veil blew himself up at a graduation ceremony in the capital last Thursday.

Most of those killed were medical students. More than 60 people were injured.