Terrorist attack in Moscow, more than 60 people died

The Russian Investigative Committee cited preliminary information confirming that the death toll in the attack at Crocus City shopping center, Moscow on the evening of March 22 has reached more than 60 and may increase.

Terrorist attack in Moscow, more than 60 people died At least 60 people died and more than 100 were injured in a mass shooting that occurred at the Crocus City shopping center, northwest of Moscow.

Continue searching for suspects Responders evacuated hundreds of people from the complex while security forces continued to search for the suspected attackers. Several Russian news sites posted photos showing two of the suspects driving a white car. The fate of these objects is currently unknown.

Russia confirmed more than 60 deaths The Russian Investigation Committee cited preliminary information confirming that the death toll in the attack has reached more than 60 people and may increase.

The US warned Russia in advance An anonymous US official said that a few weeks ago, Washington warned Russia about the risk of a terrorist attack. "We seriously warned Russia in advance," the official said. It is unclear who is behind the attack, but the self-proclaimed Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility. This is one of the deadliest attacks in Russia since 2004.

Moscow calls on people to donate blood Moscow officials have called on people to donate blood to help victims of the shooting. "This is very important. It's a matter of life and death for dozens of people," a Moscow official called on Telegram with the addresses of four blood donation centers across Moscow.

Local media: At least 62 people died Russian website Baza quoted sources as saying that the death toll in the attack had increased to 62 people. The Russian Ministry of Health has no updated information.

Ukraine denies involvement Commenting on the attack, White House spokesman John Kirby said: "We would like to send our condolences to the victims of this horrific attack." He also said that there is no indication that Ukrainian authorities or citizens were involved in the terrorist attack.

As for the Russian Foreign Ministry, this agency said Russian officials are doing their best to save people, and called on the international community to condemn the attack. Moscow accused Kiev of being involved in the attack. Responding to the White House's comments, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said: "The White House said it saw no signs that Ukraine or Ukrainians were involved in the terrorist attack in Moscow. What basis do they have for such a conclusion? If the US has reliable information about this incident, they must immediately share it with Russia. Otherwise, they have no right to pardon anyone."

However, Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejected the labor force, saying it only aimed to "incite" ethnic Russians against Ukraine. On the same day, the German Foreign Ministry posted a comment on social network X: "The case needs to be clarified quickly. We would like to send our deep condolences to the families of the victims."

Russia tightens security

After the attack, Russia tightened security at airports, train stations and many other public places in Moscow. Authorities also requested the cancellation of all entertainment events and events with large gatherings of people. The Kremlin said information about the attack was reported to Russian President Vladimir Putin. "President Putin was updated just a few minutes after the attack occurred in Crocus City. The President gave the necessary instructions," the Kremlin said. This can be considered the most horrifying terrorist attack in Russia in recent years. The incident happened just a week after the presidential election in Russia.
Previously, a number of Western countries warned of the risk of terrorist attacks in Moscow or major Russian cities, thus advising citizens to avoid going to crowded places there.

The self-proclaimed Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility for the attack. However, this group did not publish evidence for this claim. According to TASS news agency, an armed group wearing field clothes used machine guns, mass shootings and threw grenades or smoke bombs at the Crocus City shopping and performing arts center before the show's performance. Picnic music group. The Russian Investigative Committee said it has opened an investigation into the Crocus City mass attack as a terrorist attack.
According to the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB), a mass shooting occurred at the Crocus City shopping center, northwest of Moscow. This is considered a terrorist attack. Russia's Ministry of Emergency Situations said at least 40 people were killed and more than 100 injured. Local media said that at the time of the attack, there were about 6,200 people in this shopping and entertainment complex. Images recorded at the scene showed fire and smoke rising from the shopping center. Part of the building's roof is said to have collapsed.
Several videos recorded chaotic scenes at shopping and performance centers when the attack occurred. The crowd jostled, screamed, ran or crouched behind chairs inside the performance hall. Security and fire forces quickly arrived at the scene along with a medical team and more than 70 ambulances. Helicopters were also dispatched to deal with the fire.