Putin claims that the gunmen involved in the Moscow attack were heading to Ukraine
Vladimir Putin Addresses Alleged Path of Gunmen from Moscow to Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed that the gunmen responsible for the tragic events at a Moscow concert, resulting in the loss of 115 lives, were reportedly en route to Ukraine after the attack.
In response to the mass shooting that unfolded on a Saturday, four individuals clad in camouflage attire infiltrated the concert venue and unleashed chaos by firing their automatic weapons indiscriminately at the unsuspecting crowd. Fortunately, authorities managed to capture the assailants along with seven accomplices swiftly.
Escalating Tensions Amidst Tragedy
In a striking photograph released by the Russian Emergency Ministry Press Service on Saturday, depicting firefighters tirelessly working amidst the charred remains of the concert hall, the grim aftermath of the attack is vividly portrayed. The death toll from the tragic incident at Crocus City Hall in western Moscow now surpasses 130, painting a somber picture of the devastation left in its wake.
During a public address, Putin declared, “All four individuals directly responsible for this terror attack, the perpetrators of violence that resulted in loss of lives, have been apprehended. Their frantic attempts to evade justice by charting a course towards Ukraine, hint at a suspected connection across the border.”
Deepening Diplomatic Quandary
Against the backdrop of geopolitical tensions, dating back over two years, between Ukraine and Russia, the situation is further exacerbated by the alleged movement of the assailants towards Ukraine. Putin’s controversial decisions, including military interventions in regions such as Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhya, and Kherson, have fueled ongoing conflicts.
Refuting any allegations of Ukrainian involvement in the attack, White House spokesman John Kirby emphasized a lack of evidence tying Ukraine to the tragedy. While the Islamic State has laid claim to the incident, details on the detainees, necessary to ascertain their true affiliations, remain undisclosed.
Global Outcry and Condemnation
Emphasizing solidarity in the face of terror, the White House issued a stern condemnation, echoing sentiments of grief and outrage at the brutal assault on innocent civilians in Moscow. Expressing condolences to the bereaved and wounded, the United States underscored the collective resolve in combatting terrorism, citing ISIS as a common enemy that must be vanquished universally.
The escalation of hostilities was further evidenced by Russia’s initiation of air strikes on Ukraine, resulting in the loss of 30 lives as reported by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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