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‘No Cypriots die’ in Moscow terror attack

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‘No Cypriots die’ in Moscow terror attack

No Cypriots have been reported among the victims of a terrorist attack in Moscow, according to foreign ministry spokesman Theodoros Gotsis. The Cypriot embassy in Moscow is in contact with Russian authorities regarding the attack, which has claimed dozens of lives and left scores wounded. The embassy had previously warned Cypriots in Moscow of a heightened risk for terrorist attacks. The attack, claimed by Islamic State militants, occurred near Moscow, killing at least 143 people and injuring 145. This incident is the deadliest attack in Russia since the 2004 Beslan school siege.

Gunmen kill more than 60 in concert attack near Moscow, Islamic State claims responsibility (updated)

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Gunmen kill more than 60 in concert attack near Moscow, Islamic State claims responsibility (updated)

Camouflage-clad gunmen attacked concertgoers near Moscow, killing at least 60 people and injuring 145. The attack, claimed by Islamic State militants, is the deadliest in Russia since the 2004 Beslan school siege. The incident occurred just before the Soviet-era rock group “Picnic” was to perform at the Crocus City Hall. Videos showed people fleeing amidst gunfire. Russian investigators confirmed the death toll, and health officials reported about 145 wounded, with 60 in critical condition. Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack, stating its fighters caused destruction and casualties before withdrawing. The United States confirmed Islamic State’s claim and mentioned having warned Russia of a potential attack. The attack on Crocus City Hall happened two weeks after the U.S. embassy in Russia warned of an imminent extremist attack in Moscow. Russia tightened security nationwide following the incident.

No Cypriots mentioned among the victims of the Moscow massacre says Foreign Ministry

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No Cypriots mentioned among the victims of the Moscow massacre says Foreign Ministry

No Cypriots have been reported among the victims or wounded from the terrorist attack at a concert venue in a Moscow suburb. The Embassy of Cyprus in Moscow is in contact with Russian authorities. On March 8, the Embassy advised Cypriot citizens in Moscow to avoid crowded places due to the risk of terrorist attacks, as per a message on the X platform.