World reaction to deadly shooting at Moscow concert hall

World reaction to deadly shooting at Moscow concert hall

– A shooting rampage occurred at a concert hall near Moscow, resulting in dozens of deaths, and was claimed by Islamic State militants.
– The United Nations Security Council condemned the attack and emphasized the need for justice against those responsible.
– White House spokesman John Kirby expressed condolences for the victims.
– Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova called for global condemnation of the crime.
– Ukrainian Presidential Adviser Mykhailo Podolyak denied Ukraine’s involvement in the incident.
– Yulia Navalnaya demanded justice for the crime.
– Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the massacre.
– The French Foreign Ministry expressed sympathy for the victims and called for clarity on the acts.
– The German Foreign Ministry offered condolences and called for a quick clarification of the attack’s background.
– Polish Minister of National Defense Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz mentioned monitoring the situation for its impact on Poland’s security.
– Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte expressed horror at the terrorist act and offered thoughts to the victims and Russian people.
– Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the attack and offered solidarity with Russia.
– Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil condemned the attack and expressed condolences.
– Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel condemned the terrorist act and offered condolences to Russia.
– U.S. Senator Mitt Romney condemned the targeting and murder of civilians.

EXPLAINER-Why did ISIS-K attack a Moscow theater?

EXPLAINER-Why did ISIS-K attack a Moscow theater?

The U.S. has intelligence confirming Islamic State’s responsibility for a deadly shooting attack at a concert near Moscow. Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K) emerged in eastern Afghanistan in late 2014, known for extreme brutality and being one of the most active Islamic State affiliates. Its membership has declined since 2018 due to losses inflicted by the Taliban and U.S. forces. The U.S. stated that intelligence capabilities against groups like ISIS-K in Afghanistan have decreased after the 2021 troop withdrawal. ISIS-K has conducted various attacks, including twin bombings in Iran and a suicide bombing at the Russian embassy in Kabul. The group opposes Russian President Vladimir Putin, criticizing him in propaganda and viewing Russia as oppressive towards Muslims.

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

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.