A bomb-laden truck exploded near a checkpoint in Beledweyne, Somalia, and caused the destruction of many houses. As a result of the incident, at least 13 people, including soldiers and civilians, lost their lives, and 40 people were injured. It was stated that the condition of 20 of the injured was critical, and they were transferred by aircraft to hospitals in the capital, Magadishu. It has been reported that the death toll may increase.