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Russia under Siege: Tragedy Strikes Moscow Concert Hall

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Gunmen storm concert hall in Moscow, leaving a trail of devastation and chaos. Read the shocking details here!

In a tragic turn of events, a terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall in Moscow has left the nation in mourning. The Federal Government expresses solidarity with Russia as the death toll reaches a devastating 133. The Russian security forces have detained 11 suspects in connection with the heinous attack, shedding light on the dark motives behind the violence. Despite ISIL's claim of responsibility, the investigation delves into possible links to Ukraine, adding a layer of complexity to the unfolding tragedy.

The US had reportedly warned Russia about the imminent threat from ISIS militants, foreshadowing the fateful assault on the concert hall. President Vladimir Putin confirms the arrest of 11 individuals, including the gunmen involved in the gruesome attack. As the nation grapples with the aftermath, questions arise about the motives behind ISIL's targeting of Russia, leading to global concern and speculation.

In a chilling development, Islamic State releases a photo of the alleged attackers, further fueling the shock and horror surrounding the incident. The Federal Security Service intensifies efforts to identify all accomplices linked to the perpetrators, underscoring the urgency of the ongoing investigation. As the death toll climbs to 143, the impact of the Moscow concert hall attack reverberates through the international community, raising critical issues of security and extremist threats.

In a perplexing twist, Russia faces scrutiny over its handling of US warnings regarding extremist attacks, paving the way for intense discussions and debates on national security. The attack prompts a moment of introspection for President Putin amidst a backdrop of heightened global tensions and mistrust. With suspects detained and investigations ongoing, the aftermath of the tragedy lingers, signaling a somber chapter in Russia's fight against terrorism.

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'We stand in brotherhood with Russia' — FG reacts to Moscow ... (TheCable)

The federal government has commiserated with the Russian federation over the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall in Moscow on Friday...

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Russia detains 11 suspects after deadly attack on Moscow theatre (Financial Times)

At least 133 people killed after gunmen open fire on rock concert crowd then set venue alight.

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Moscow concert hall attack: Russia detains 11 as death toll rises to ... (Aljazeera.com)

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) tries to link Ukraine to assault despite ISIL affiliate claim of responsibility.

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Islamic State releases photo of alleged attackers in Russia shooting (Reuters UK)

Islamic State released on Saturday a photo of what it said were the four attackers behind a shooting rampage that killed at least 143 people in a concert ...

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US had warned Russia ISIS was determined to attack (CNN)

The US warned Moscow that ISIS militants were determined to target Russia in the days before assailants stormed the Crocus City Hall in an attack that ...

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Russia detains 11 in an attack on Moscow concert hall that killed at ... (ABC News)

President Vladimir Putin says authorities have detained 11 people after gunmen stormed a concert hall in Moscow in a grisly attack that left at least 115 ...

Russia says 11 people, including 4 involved in concert hall attack ... (Anadolu Agency)

Federal Security Service working on identifying the accomplice base of the perpetrators, agency chief tells president - Anadolu Ajansı.

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Russia arrests concert hall gunmen as death toll hits 115 (The Punch)

Russia said it had arrested 11 people including four gunmen over the attack on a Moscow concert hall as the death toll rose to 115.

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Moscow concert hall attack: Why is ISIL targeting Russia? (Aljazeera.com)

Deadly attack in Moscow claimed by ISIL affiliate leaves more than 133 people dead and approximately 100 injured.

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Russia detains suspects in an attack that left at least 115 dead in a ... (CNBC)

Russian authorities detained 11 people after gunmen stormed a concert hall in Moscow in a grisly attack that left at least 115 people dead.

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Moscow attack: Did Russia ignore US 'extremist' attacks warning? (BBC News)

The attack on a concert hall in Moscow raises difficult questions for Putin at a time of global mistrust.

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Russia says suspects in Crocus concert hall attack detained as ... (CNN)

The death toll from a gun attack on a concert hall near Moscow has risen to 133 as eyewitnesses recalled the moment that attackers armed with guns and ...

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Putin Says 4 Gunmen Arrested After Attack on Moscow Concert Hall ... (TIME)

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Saturday that authorities have detained 11 people in the fatal attack on a Moscow concert.

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Putin vows to punish those behind Russia concert massacre (Reuters)

MOSCOW, March 23 (Reuters) - Russia said on Saturday it had arrested all four gunmen suspected of carrying out a shooting massacre in a concert hall near ...

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Ukraine had no involvement in Russia concert hall attack that killed ... (CBS Dallas / Fort Worth)

The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the attack in a statement posted on affiliated channels on social media.

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Poland activates aircraft after Russia attacks Ukraine's west (CNN)

Poland said it had activated aircraft Sunday morning to “ensure the security” of its airspace after Russia launched missiles and drones targeting Ukraine's ...

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Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by multiple explosions in Russian bombardment (BBC News)

All of Ukraine is on alert and the Polish air force activated after blasts are reported around Lviv.

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Russia launches strikes on Kyiv and Lviv region; Poland activates ... (NBC News)

Russia launched air strikes on Kyiv and the western Ukrainian region of Lviv on Sunday, officials said, prompting neighboring Poland's armed forces to ...

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Russia mourns victims of concert hall massacre (Reuters UK)

Russia lowered flags to half-mast on Sunday for a day of mourning after scores of people were gunned down with automatic weapons at a rock concert outside ...

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Moscow concert hall attack live: Putin says all four attackers arrested (Aljazeera.com)

Four attackers among 11 detained in Russia after attack in a packed concert hall near Moscow that killed 133.

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Russia hits Ukraine with missile attack — hours after Putin's claims ... (TheCable)

Multiple explosions have hit Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, and the country has been placed on alert as Russia launched a wave of air strikes.

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Russia observes national day of mourning after Moscow concert hall ... (FRANCE 24)

Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to punish those behind the "barbaric terrorist attack", saying four gunmen trying to flee to Ukraine had been ...

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Russia stages major airstrike on Ukraine; one missile enters Polish ... (Reuters)

Russia struck critical infrastructure in Ukraine's western region of Lviv with missiles early on Sunday, Kyiv said, in a major airstrike that saw one ...

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Terrorist attack in Russia exposes vulnerabilities of Putin's regime (The Washington Post)

After the Crocus City attack, Vladimir Putin ignored a claim of responsibility by ISIS, tried to implicate Ukraine and mischaracterized a U.S. warning.

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Moscow Terrorist Attack 'Serious Intelligence Failure,' Says Ex-U.S. ... (Radio Free Europe/ Radio Liberty)

A former U.S. envoy to Moscow said the worst terrorist attack on Russian soil in nearly two decades represents “a serious intelligence failure” and warned ...

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Russia mourns Moscow concert hall attack victims as death toll rises ... (Aljazeera.com)

Search operation is still ongoing, governor of Moscow region says, amid fears the death toll of 137 may further rise.

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Moscow Concert Attack Live Updates: Russia Observes Day of ... (The New York Times)

American officials attribute Friday's attack in a Moscow suburb, which killed at least 137 people, to a branch of the Islamic State active in Iran and ...

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Russia launches another massive missile attack on Ukraine (The Associated Press)

Poland's military said one of the missiles launched by Russia at western Ukraine briefly entered Polish airspace Sunday.

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Moscow attack: As Russia mourns victims of concert hall shooting ... (BBC News)

Russia is mourning the victims of the Crocus City Hall massacre. There is no final death toll. The search for bodies continues. Across the country the Russian ...

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National Day Of Mourning In Russia After Concert Hall Massacre (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to punish those behind the "barbaric terrorist attack", saying four gunmen trying to flee to Ukraine had been ...

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Russia marks a national day of mourning for victims of the concert ... (NPR)

Russia paused for a day of mourning Sunday for the more than 130 people killed at a Moscow concert. The attack, claimed by an affiliate of the Islamic State ...

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ISIS-K's attack in Moscow risks escalating the Russia-Ukraine war (The Conversation CA)

Ukraine has denied any involvement in the terrorist attack that killed dozens of people in Moscow, but that doesn't mean Russia won't try to use the event ...

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As Russia mourns deadly terror attack, some still don't know if loved ... (The Times of Israel)

Cultural events canceled, flags lowered, and TV suspended; Islamic State affiliate claims assault, but Putin continues to blame Ukraine.

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Russia violates Poland's air space in attack on Ukraine, Poland's ... (Reuters India)

Russia violated Poland's airspace early on Sunday with a cruise missile launched at targets in western Ukraine, Poland's armed forces said.

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Poland demands explanation from Russia after a missile enters its ... (ABC News)

Poland has demanded an explanation from Russia after one of its missiles strayed briefly into Polish airspace during a major missile attack on Ukraine.

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Russia mourns concert attack dead as Isis suspects interrogated (FT Alphaville)

At least 137 people killed and 180 injured in assault claimed by Islamist group.

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Thousands gather in Russia to mourn victims of concert hall attack (CNN)

Russia on Sunday held a day of mourning after at least 137 people were killed in an attack on a concert venue in Moscow.

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Russia observes national day of mourning as concert hall attack ... (CBS News)

Family and friends of those missing were still waiting for news of their loved ones two days after attack on the concert hall near Moscow, which also left ...

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4 Suspects in Russia Concert Hall Attack Charged With Terrorism (Voice of America)

Four suspects in the Moscow concert hall attack that killed at least 137 people were ordered to be detained, pending trial, Moscow's Basmanny district court ...

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Russia Concert Hall Attack Suspects Appear, Beaten, Before ... (TIME)

A suspect in the Crocus City Hall shooting is escorted by police officers in the Basmanny District Court in Moscow, Russia, March 24, 2024. Alexander ...

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Moscow attack: Russian court charges four men with act of terrorism (BBC News)

Suspects face a Moscow court accused of an act of terrorism at Crocus City Hall, where 137 people were killed.

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Russia concert hall attack suspects make appearance in Moscow ... (PBS NewsHour)

Suspects in the Russia concert hall attack, which left more than 130 dead, arrived at a Moscow district court on Sunday night. The attack, which has been ...

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Russia will not stop if it wins war in Ukraine, US ambassador to the ... (Sky News)

In an interview with Sky News presenter Kay Burley, the US ambassador to the UK has said "we want to do everything we can to make sure Ukraine is still a ...

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