PBS NewsHour

Security still major concern for Somalia’s future

Clip: 08/11/2014 | 2m 12s

The election of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in 2012 was a turning point for Somalia after decades of chaos, violence and poverty. Within months, the U.S. announced it would recognize Somalia for the first time since 1991. But recently al-Shabab militants have ramped up attacks, including a recent assault on the parliament building. Judy Woodruff reports.

Aired: 08/11/14

Expired: 12/31/69

Rating: NR

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