Al-Shabaab, a militant group based in Somalia, carried out a deadly attack on the Westgate shopping mall in Nairobi, Kenya. The assault began on a Saturday afternoon when four armed militants stormed the mall, opened fire on shoppers, and took hostages. The attack quickly escalated into a standoff between the assailants and Kenyan security forces, lasting for three days. In total, 67 people were killed, including security personnel, foreign nationals, and local citizens, while many others were injured. The attackers targeted individuals based on their nationality and perceived religious affiliations, specifically targeting non-Muslims, which highlighted the group’s extremist ideology. The attack also saw reports of the attackers engaging in conversations with hostages, providing an overview of their motives and beliefs. Armed response teams battled inside the mall, with additional military forces being called in to secure the area. The siege concluded when security forces launched a final assault, ultimately killing all the assailants. This incident sent shockwaves throughout the region and the world, raising concerns about terrorism and security in East Africa. The aftermath of the attack spurred discussions on enhancing security measures at public places in Kenya and brought international attention to the activities of Al-Shabaab, which had been increasingly active in the region.