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Russia on Tuesday (Mar 26) remanded to custody a Kyrgyzstan-born man suspected of involvement&nbsp;in last Friday's mass shooting at a Moscow concert hall, amid concerns of torture. He is the eighth suspect to be remanded in pre-trial detention since gunmen sprayed concertgoers with bullets in the deadliest terror attack in Russia in two decades.

<h2>Confession tactics?</h2>

Russia claims that four of the suspects currently in detention have confessed. However, concerns are being raised about the detainees being tortured.&nbsp;

Earlier, videos of them being brutally interrogated were published by Russian media and Telegram channels.&nbsp;

Following the circulation of these unverified videos on social media, courtroom images published by Russian media have revealed the disturbing physical conditions of the suspects.&nbsp;

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One of the suspects was seen being brought in on a wheelchair, appearing to be missing an eye. Another had a bandage where his right ear should be, while a third had a black eye and a ripped plastic bag around his neck. The fourth suspect, with a swollen face, seemed disoriented and struggled to keep his eyes open.

Now, the Russian commissioner for human rights Tatyana Moskalkova has stressed that the detention of suspects should be carried out according to the law.

"It is absolutely unacceptable to use torture on detainees and defendants," said Moskalkova.

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<h2>The eighth suspect</h2>

As per Reuters news agency, the latest suspect has been identified as Alisher Kasimov. The Kyrgyzstan-born man was led into the courtroom bent double - like the other suspects - before his handcuffs were removed. However, unlike some others, he showed no visible signs of injury.

Kasimov is accused of providing accommodation to the four Tajik men accused of carrying out the attack.

<h2>Deadliest attack: What happened in Moscow concert hall?</h2>

On Friday (Mar 22), just before Soviet-era rock group Picnic was to perform its hit "Afraid of Nothing", four armed men burst into Crocus City Hall, a 6,200-seat concert hall outside Moscow.

They unleashed a barrage of gunfire using automatic weapons in short bursts. The attackers killed at least 137 people, including three children, while 182 others were injured. &nbsp;

This attack was the deadliest inside Russia in two decades.

Previously, in 2004, a siege at Beslan school had claimed 300 lives — more than half of them children.

(With inputs from agencies)

Russia on Tuesday (Mar 26) remanded to custody a Kyrgyzstan-born man suspected of involvement in last Friday's mass shooting at a Moscow concert hall, amid concerns of torture.

Russia on Tuesday (Mar 26) remanded to custody a Kyrgyzstan-born man suspected of involvement in last Friday's mass shooting at a Moscow concert hall, amid concerns of torture. He is the eighth suspect to be remanded in pre-trial detention since gunmen sprayed concertgoers with bullets in the deadliest terror attack in Russia in two decades. Confession tactics? Russia claims that four of the suspects currently in detention have confessed. However, concerns are being raised about the detainees being tortured. Earlier, videos of them being brutally interrogated were published by Russian media and Telegram channels. Following the circulation of these unverified videos on social media, courtroom images published by Russian media have revealed the disturbing physical conditions of the suspects. Also read | Moscow concert hall attack: Russia charges four suspects amid reports they did it 'for money' One of the suspects was seen being brought in on a wheelchair, appearing to be missing an eye. Another had a bandage where his right ear should be, while a third had a black eye and a ripped plastic bag around his neck. The fourth suspect, with a swollen face, seemed disoriented and struggled to keep his eyes open. Now, the Russian commissioner for human rights Tatyana Moskalkova has stressed that the detention of suspects should be carried out according to the law. "It is absolutely unacceptable to use torture on detainees and defendants," said Moskalkova. Watch | Moscow Terror Attack | Russia questions US: 'Are you sure it was Islamic State? The eighth suspect As per Reuters news agency, the latest suspect has been identified as Alisher Kasimov. The Kyrgyzstan-born man was led into the courtroom bent double - like the other suspects - before his handcuffs were removed. However, unlike some others, he showed no visible signs of injury. Kasimov is accused of providing accommodation to the four Tajik men accused of carrying out the attack. Deadliest attack: What happened in Moscow concert hall? On Friday (Mar 22), just before Soviet-era rock group Picnic was to perform its hit "Afraid of Nothing", four armed men burst into Crocus City Hall, a 6,200-seat concert hall outside Moscow. They unleashed a barrage of gunfire using automatic weapons in short bursts. The attackers killed at least 137 people, including three children, while 182 others were injured. This attack was the deadliest inside Russia in two decades. Previously, in 2004, a siege at Beslan school had claimed 300 lives — more than half of them children. (With inputs from agencies)

Moscow concert hall attack: Russia detains eighth suspect amid torture concerns

The death toll from the Moscow concert hall terrorist attack is feared to be higher than 143. In a statement on Wednesday (Mar 27), Russian state investigations reported that they have received 143 reports of persons missing after last week's mass shooting in Moscow.&nbsp;

<h2>Some victims identified</h2>

The Investigative Committee, which deals with major crimes, also revealed that of the bodies found, 84 — including five children aged nine to 16 — have been identified so far.

It said that they were running tests to try to identify the remaining victims.

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<h2>Missing names, missing people</h2>

On Wednesday, Telegram channel 'Baza', reportedly linked to Russia’s security services, stated that 95 individuals not listed among the 120 names in the official registry of victims were missing following the shooting at Crocus City Hall.&nbsp;

Their relatives have been unable to contact them since the attack on Friday, according to Baza.

As per reports, Russians took to social media to track down missing relatives.&nbsp;

It remains unclear whether the 84 bodies identified so far include those listed in the official registry, The Guardian said in a report.

Many victims are believed to have died from smoke inhalation after the attackers set the building on fire, causing the roof to collapse.

These two things also contributed to making some bodies unrecognisable, reports Telegram channel '112' citing an unnamed source.

"In many cases, only fragments of the bodies remain," they added.

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<h2>Who is responsible for the Moscow attack?</h2>

Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility for the attack, which is the deadliest on European soil by the group and the worst in Russia since the 2004 Beslan school siege.

However, some officials close to Vladimir Putin have indicated that Russia plans to blame Ukraine and the West for the attack, despite evidence linking the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP), an Afghan offshoot of the terrorist group, to the incident.

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Russian officials, including Alexander Bortnikov, director of the Federal Security Service (FSB), and Nikolai Patrushev, secretary of the security council of Russia, have accused Ukraine and its allies, the US and Britain, of involvement.&nbsp;

"We believe that the action was prepared by both the Islamist radicals themselves and was facilitated by western special services," said Bortnikov.

"The special services of Ukraine are directly related to this," he added.

However, there is no evidence to support these claims.

Ukraine has denied involvement in the attack, with officials pointing out that the border area was heavily guarded by Russian military, including special forces.

"To suggest the suspects were heading to Ukraine, would suggest they were stupid or suicidal," said Andriy Yusov, a spokesperson for the Ukrainian military intelligence directorate in a conversation with BBC.

(With inputs from agencies)

The death toll from the Moscow concert hall terrorist attack is feared to be higher than 143. In a statement on Wednesday (Mar 27), Russian state investigations reported that they have received 143 reports of persons missing after last week's mass shooting in Moscow.

The death toll from the Moscow concert hall terrorist attack is feared to be higher than 143. In a statement on Wednesday (Mar 27), Russian state investigations reported that they have received 143 reports of persons missing after last week's mass shooting in Moscow. Some victims identified The Investigative Committee, which deals with major crimes, also revealed that of the bodies found, 84 — including five children aged nine to 16 — have been identified so far. It said that they were running tests to try to identify the remaining victims. Also read | Moscow concert hall attack: Russia detains eighth suspect amid torture concerns Missing names, missing people On Wednesday, Telegram channel 'Baza', reportedly linked to Russia’s security services, stated that 95 individuals not listed among the 120 names in the official registry of victims were missing following the shooting at Crocus City Hall. Their relatives have been unable to contact them since the attack on Friday, according to Baza. As per reports, Russians took to social media to track down missing relatives. It remains unclear whether the 84 bodies identified so far include those listed in the official registry, The Guardian said in a report. Many victims are believed to have died from smoke inhalation after the attackers set the building on fire, causing the roof to collapse. These two things also contributed to making some bodies unrecognisable, reports Telegram channel '112' citing an unnamed source. "In many cases, only fragments of the bodies remain," they added. Also read | Moscow concert hall attack: Russia charges four suspects amid reports they did it 'for money' Who is responsible for the Moscow attack? Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility for the attack, which is the deadliest on European soil by the group and the worst in Russia since the 2004 Beslan school siege. However, some officials close to Vladimir Putin have indicated that Russia plans to blame Ukraine and the West for the attack, despite evidence linking the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP), an Afghan offshoot of the terrorist group, to the incident. Watch | Moscow Terror Attack | Russia questions US: 'Are you sure it was Islamic State? Russian officials, including Alexander Bortnikov, director of the Federal Security Service (FSB), and Nikolai Patrushev, secretary of the security council of Russia, have accused Ukraine and its allies, the US and Britain, of involvement. "We believe that the action was prepared by both the Islamist radicals themselves and was facilitated by western special services," said Bortnikov. "The special services of Ukraine are directly related to this," he added. However, there is no evidence to support these claims. Ukraine has denied involvement in the attack, with officials pointing out that the border area was heavily guarded by Russian military, including special forces. "To suggest the suspects were heading to Ukraine, would suggest they were stupid or suicidal," said Andriy Yusov, a spokesperson for the Ukrainian military intelligence directorate in a conversation with BBC. (With inputs from agencies)

Moscow concert hall attack: Death toll likely higher than reported, with 143 missing

Turkish authorities have detained nearly 150 suspected Islamic State militants in nationwide raids after the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near the Russian capital city of Moscow on Friday (March 22) following reports that two of the alleged perpetrators entered Russia from Istanbul.&nbsp;

<h2>About the nationwide raids</h2>

The nationwide simultaneous raids were conducted in 30 cities, where the Turkish authorities detained 147 people with alleged links to the Islamic State group, said Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, in a social media post, on Tuesday (Mar 26).

The Turkish official added that a “large amount” of foreign currency, organisational documents and digital material were confiscated during these raids.&nbsp;

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The recent announcement also comes after Yerlikaya, on Sunday (Mar 24), said that Turkish officials detained 40 suspected ISIS militants across provinces in coordinated raids in recent days, reported Al-Monitor.&nbsp;

<h2>Two Moscow attack suspects travelled from Istanbul</h2>

Russian authorities detained 11 people in connection with the terrorist attack on Friday, which claimed the lives of at least 139 people. Two of those detained, Tajik nationals Rachabalizoda Saidakrami and Shamsidin Fariduni, reportedly travelled from Turkey.&nbsp;

The two “were able to travel freely between Russia and Turkey since there was no warrant for their arrest,” a Turkish official told AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity.

According to the report, the duo had spent time in Turkey shortly before the attack and entered Russia together on the same flight from Istanbul.&nbsp;

Fariduni, according to Turkish officials, entered Turkey on February 20 and returned to Russia via Istanbul airport on March 2.&nbsp;

This was after Fariduni, during the initial questioning admitted that he had to travel to Turkey because his visa in Russia had expired, the Turkish official told AFP.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, Saidakrami reportedly arrived in Istanbul on January 5 and returned to Moscow on March 2.&nbsp;

“We assess that both individuals became radicalised in Russia given the short amount of time they spent in Turkey,” the Turkish official told the news agency.&nbsp;

The responsibility for the attack was claimed by the Islamic State which also published graphic videos of the gunmen inside the venue.

However, it was not until Monday (Mar 25) that Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged that “radical Islamists” were behind the attack, but continued to assert that they were linked to Ukraine.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Turkish authorities have detained nearly 150 suspected Islamic State militants in nationwide raids after the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near the Russian capital city of Moscow on Friday (March 22) following reports that two of the alleged perpetrators entered Russia from Istanbul.

Turkish authorities have detained nearly 150 suspected Islamic State militants in nationwide raids after the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near the Russian capital city of Moscow on Friday (March 22) following reports that two of the alleged perpetrators entered Russia from Istanbul. About the nationwide raids The nationwide simultaneous raids were conducted in 30 cities, where the Turkish authorities detained 147 people with alleged links to the Islamic State group, said Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, in a social media post, on Tuesday (Mar 26). The Turkish official added that a “large amount” of foreign currency, organisational documents and digital material were confiscated during these raids. Also Read | Putin repeats Islamist, Ukraine link with Moscow concert attack The recent announcement also comes after Yerlikaya, on Sunday (Mar 24), said that Turkish officials detained 40 suspected ISIS militants across provinces in coordinated raids in recent days, reported Al-Monitor. Two Moscow attack suspects travelled from Istanbul Russian authorities detained 11 people in connection with the terrorist attack on Friday, which claimed the lives of at least 139 people. Two of those detained, Tajik nationals Rachabalizoda Saidakrami and Shamsidin Fariduni, reportedly travelled from Turkey. The two “were able to travel freely between Russia and Turkey since there was no warrant for their arrest,” a Turkish official told AFP, speaking on condition of anonymity. According to the report, the duo had spent time in Turkey shortly before the attack and entered Russia together on the same flight from Istanbul. Fariduni, according to Turkish officials, entered Turkey on February 20 and returned to Russia via Istanbul airport on March 2. This was after Fariduni, during the initial questioning admitted that he had to travel to Turkey because his visa in Russia had expired, the Turkish official told AFP. Also Read | Moscow concert hall attack: More than one ISIS branch likely involved in rampage, says report Meanwhile, Saidakrami reportedly arrived in Istanbul on January 5 and returned to Moscow on March 2. “We assess that both individuals became radicalised in Russia given the short amount of time they spent in Turkey,” the Turkish official told the news agency. The responsibility for the attack was claimed by the Islamic State which also published graphic videos of the gunmen inside the venue. However, it was not until Monday (Mar 25) that Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged that “radical Islamists” were behind the attack, but continued to assert that they were linked to Ukraine. (With inputs from agencies)

Turkey detains nearly 150 over alleged ISIS links after Moscow terror attack

France on Sunday (Mar 24) announced that it will be escalating its terror alert warning to the highest level. This decision, as per Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, has been taken in response to the recent shootings in Moscow.

<h2>Threats weighing our country</h2>

In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Attal stated that the move, which comes just months before Paris is set to host the Olympic Games, was made "in light of the Islamic State's claiming responsibility for the (Moscow) attack and the threats weighing on our country".

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This decision was announced after Attal, alongside President Emmanuel Macron, held a meeting with senior security and defence officials.

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<h2>France's terror alert system</h2>

As per a Reuters report, France's terror alert system comprises three levels, with the highest level being activated following an attack in France or abroad, or when there is a perceived imminent threat of an attack.&nbsp;

This level allows for heightened security measures, including increased patrols by armed forces in public places such as train stations, airports, and religious sites.

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<h2>Moscow concert hall attack</h2>

On Friday, just before Soviet-era rock group Picnic was to perform its hit "Afraid of Nothing" four armed men burst into Crocus City Hall, a 6,200-seat concert hall outside Moscow. Unleashing a barrage of gunfire with their automatic weapons in short bursts, the attackers killed 137 people, including three children, while another 182 were injured. &nbsp;

This attack was the deadliest attack inside Russia for two decades. Previously, in 2004, a siege at Beslan school had claimed 300 lives — more than half of them children.

Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the deadly attack. However, Russian President Vladimir Putin has sought to blame Ukraine for the incident.

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As per a Reuters report, Russia has charged four suspects — Dalerdzhon Mirzoyev, Saidakrami Rachabalizoda, Shamsidin Fariduni, and Muhammadsobir Fayzov — over the attack.

The men, identified by the Russian media as citizens of the ex-Soviet republic of Tajikistan living in the country, would be remanded in pre-trial custody until May 22.

(With inputs from agencies)

France on Sunday (Mar 24) announced that it will be escalating its terror alert warning to the highest level. This decision, as per Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, has been taken in response to the recent shootings in Moscow.

France on Sunday (Mar 24) announced that it will be escalating its terror alert warning to the highest level. This decision, as per Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, has been taken in response to the recent shootings in Moscow. Threats weighing our country In a post on X, formerly Twitter, Attal stated that the move, which comes just months before Paris is set to host the Olympic Games, was made "in light of the Islamic State's claiming responsibility for the (Moscow) attack and the threats weighing on our country". À la suite de l’attentat de Moscou, un Conseil de Défense et de Sécurité nationale a été réuni ce soir à l’Elysée par le Président de la République. Compte tenu de la revendication de l’attentat par l’état islamique et des menaces qui pèsent sur notre pays, nous avons décidé de… — Gabriel Attal (@GabrielAttal) March 24, 2024 × This decision was announced after Attal, alongside President Emmanuel Macron, held a meeting with senior security and defence officials. Also read | Moscow concert hall attack: Russia charges four suspects amid reports they did it 'for money' France's terror alert system As per a Reuters report, France's terror alert system comprises three levels, with the highest level being activated following an attack in France or abroad, or when there is a perceived imminent threat of an attack. This level allows for heightened security measures, including increased patrols by armed forces in public places such as train stations, airports, and religious sites. Also read | Islamic State shares footage of gunmen carrying out deadly Moscow attack Moscow concert hall attack On Friday, just before Soviet-era rock group Picnic was to perform its hit "Afraid of Nothing" four armed men burst into Crocus City Hall, a 6,200-seat concert hall outside Moscow. Unleashing a barrage of gunfire with their automatic weapons in short bursts, the attackers killed 137 people, including three children, while another 182 were injured. This attack was the deadliest attack inside Russia for two decades. Previously, in 2004, a siege at Beslan school had claimed 300 lives — more than half of them children. Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the deadly attack. However, Russian President Vladimir Putin has sought to blame Ukraine for the incident. Watch | Terror Attack in Moscow: Russia's Putin lights candle in memory of concert attack victims As per a Reuters report, Russia has charged four suspects — Dalerdzhon Mirzoyev, Saidakrami Rachabalizoda, Shamsidin Fariduni, and Muhammadsobir Fayzov — over the attack. The men, identified by the Russian media as citizens of the ex-Soviet republic of Tajikistan living in the country, would be remanded in pre-trial custody until May 22. (With inputs from agencies)

France raises terror alert warning to highest level after Moscow concert attack

Russia on Sunday (Mar 24) charged four suspects with acts of terrorism in connection to the tragic attack at a concert hall outside Moscow, which on Friday night (Mar 22) killed 137 people.

<h2>The suspects</h2>

As per a Reuters report citing Moscow Basmanny district courts' official Telegram channel, the suspects have been named as Dalerdzhon Mirzoyev, Saidakrami Rachabalizoda, Shamsidin Fariduni, and Muhammadsobir Fayzov.

The men, whom the Russian media identified as being citizens of the ex-Soviet republic of Tajikistan living in the country, would be remanded in pre-trial custody until May 22.

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Reportedly, three of the four had pleaded guilty to all charges. One of them, as per Reuters, said he was promised half a million roubles (a little over $5,000) to carry out the attack.

In video footage published by Russian media and Telegram channels with close ties to the Kremlin, the suspect can be seen saying he did it&nbsp;"For money."

Following the circulation of unverified and brutal videos of the suspects' interrogations on social media, courtroom images published by Russian media have revealed disturbing physical conditions of the suspects.&nbsp;

One of the suspects was seen being brought in on a wheelchair, appearing to be missing an eye. Another had a bandage where his right ear should be, while a third had a black eye and a ripped plastic bag around his neck. The fourth suspect, with a swollen face, seemed disoriented and struggled to keep his eyes open.

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As per Russian President Vladimir Putin, 11 people, including the four suspected gunmen, have been detained. The attackers, he said, made their way to the Bryansk region, about 340 km (210 miles) southwest of Moscow.

"They tried to hide and moved towards Ukraine, where, according to preliminary data, a window was prepared for them on the Ukrainian side to cross the state border," he said.

Meanwhile, Ukraine has denied any role in the attack, for which&nbsp;Islamic State has claimed responsibility.

<h2>Deadliest attack</h2>

On Friday, just before Soviet-era rock group Picnic was to perform its hit "Afraid of Nothing" four armed men burst into Crocus City Hall, a 6,200-seat concert hall outside Moscow, unleashing a barrage of gunfire with their automatic weapons in short bursts. The attackers killed 137 people, including three children, while another 182 were injured. &nbsp;

This attack was the deadliest attack inside Russia for two decades. Previously, in 2004, a siege at Beslan school had claimed 300 lives — more than half of them children.

(With inputs from agencies)

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Russia on Sunday (Mar 24) charged four suspects with acts of terrorism in connection to the tragic attack at a concert hall outside Moscow, which on Friday night (Mar 22) killed 137 people.

Russia on Sunday (Mar 24) charged four suspects with acts of terrorism in connection to the tragic attack at a concert hall outside Moscow, which on Friday night (Mar 22) killed 137 people. The suspects As per a Reuters report citing Moscow Basmanny district courts' official Telegram channel, the suspects have been named as Dalerdzhon Mirzoyev, Saidakrami Rachabalizoda, Shamsidin Fariduni, and Muhammadsobir Fayzov. The men, whom the Russian media identified as being citizens of the ex-Soviet republic of Tajikistan living in the country, would be remanded in pre-trial custody until May 22. Also read | Islamic State shares footage of gunmen carrying out deadly Moscow attack Reportedly, three of the four had pleaded guilty to all charges. One of them, as per Reuters, said he was promised half a million roubles (a little over $5,000) to carry out the attack. In video footage published by Russian media and Telegram channels with close ties to the Kremlin, the suspect can be seen saying he did it "For money." Following the circulation of unverified and brutal videos of the suspects' interrogations on social media, courtroom images published by Russian media have revealed disturbing physical conditions of the suspects. One of the suspects was seen being brought in on a wheelchair, appearing to be missing an eye. Another had a bandage where his right ear should be, while a third had a black eye and a ripped plastic bag around his neck. The fourth suspect, with a swollen face, seemed disoriented and struggled to keep his eyes open. Also read | Moscow concert hall attack: More than one ISIS branch likely involved in rampage, says report As per Russian President Vladimir Putin, 11 people, including the four suspected gunmen, have been detained. The attackers, he said, made their way to the Bryansk region, about 340 km (210 miles) southwest of Moscow. "They tried to hide and moved towards Ukraine, where, according to preliminary data, a window was prepared for them on the Ukrainian side to cross the state border," he said. Meanwhile, Ukraine has denied any role in the attack, for which Islamic State has claimed responsibility. Deadliest attack On Friday, just before Soviet-era rock group Picnic was to perform its hit "Afraid of Nothing" four armed men burst into Crocus City Hall, a 6,200-seat concert hall outside Moscow, unleashing a barrage of gunfire with their automatic weapons in short bursts. The attackers killed 137 people, including three children, while another 182 were injured. This attack was the deadliest attack inside Russia for two decades. Previously, in 2004, a siege at Beslan school had claimed 300 lives — more than half of them children. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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The terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near Moscow on Friday (March 22) that killed at least 133 people might have been carried out by more than one branch of the Islamic State (ISIS), the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported on Sunday (Mar 22) citing security analysts.

The terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near Moscow on Friday (March 22) that killed at least 133 people might have been carried out by more than one branch of the Islamic State (ISIS), the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported on Sunday (Mar 22) citing security analysts. Earlier, ISIS claimed responsibility for the attack, the group's Amaq agency said on Telegram. However, the agency did not identify which branch of ISIS was involved in the attack. Also read | ‘I pretended to be dead’: Moscow carnage survivors recount horror Speaking to the SCMP, New York-based terrorism analyst Evan Kohlmann said, “There is no question as to the authenticity of the statement, only as to how direct the connection is between ISIS leaders and the actual assailants." 'ISIS rarely claims attacks it doesn't carry out' Kohlmann, the CEO of cyber intelligence consultancy firm Cloudburst, added that the outfit had previously claimed responsibility for a handful of terrorist attacks by individuals who were inspired by it, but for whom there was not always evidence of a command-and-control relationship. Kohlmann observed that apart from the Russian military targeting ISIS in Syria, there have also been recent battles between Russia's Wagner group and locally-based ISIS militants in the Sahel region of Africa. Michael Kugelman, director of the South Asia Institute of the Wilson Centre, told the publication that ISIS rarely claimed attacks it does not carry out. “It’s one of the only global terror groups with the capacity to pull off a sophisticated attack like this. And the group has had Russia in its crosshairs for a long time,” Kugelman said. Also watch | Moscow terror attack: Mourners pay respect in Russia × The report also highlighted ISIS has had a track record of sending small squads of gunmen to massacre people gathering in large numbers in venues like concert halls, most notably being the 2015 Paris attacks. On Saturday, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that his government would identify the perpetrators of Friday's attack. "All the perpetrators, organisers, and those who ordered this crime will be justly and inevitably punished. Whoever they are, whoever is guiding them. We will identify and punish everyone who stands behind the terrorists, who prepared this atrocity, this strike against Russia, against our people," President Putin said. Russia's FSB security service said the gunmen had contacts in Ukraine and were captured near the border. It said they were being transferred to Moscow. However, neither the FSB nor Putin presented any proof of a link with Ukraine. Ukrainian military intelligence spokesperson Andriy Yusov told the news agency Reuters that Kyiv had nothing to do with the attack. Crocus Group vows to restore concert hall In a statement, Crocus Group vowed to restore the concert hall building. "We will never forget those who fell victim to terrorists. What was destroyed by their dirty hands will be restored," the group said. The city hall, with a capacity of more than 6,000 seats, was built by Crocus in 2009. All that was left after Friday's attack were the charred iron support beams and the steel frames of hundreds of seats. (With inputs from agencies)

Moscow concert hall attack: More than one ISIS branch likely involved in rampage, says report

The Islamic State on Saturday claimed responsibility for an attack on Niger's army that it said had killed 30 soldiers on Wednesday.

National Investigation Agency (NIA) of India on Thursday (Mar 21) filed a chargesheet against three persons engaged in a conspiracy, involving recruitment, fabrication of explosives and Improvised explosive devices (IED), and fund-raising for a global terror organisation&nbsp;through its Borivali-Padgha module.&nbsp;

In a statement, the NIA said that the accused were actively involved in promoting the anti-India agenda of the proscribed terror outfit.&nbsp;

The accused were identified as Mohammad Rizwan Ashraf of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, Mohammed Arshad Warsi of Dehradun in Uttarakhand and Mohammed Shahnawaz Alam of Hazaribagh in Jharkhand.&nbsp;

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"During its investigations into the Borivali-Padgha (Maharashtra) ISIS terror module case, the agency had seized incriminating material related to manufacturing of explosives and fabrication of IEDs, along with propaganda magazines like 'Voice of Hind', 'Rumiyah', 'Khilafat', 'Dabiq' published by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS)," the NIA said in the statement.

The probe revealed that the trio had been sharing digital files related to the fabrication of IEDs with their contacts and&nbsp;were also found to be actively raising funds for their terror plans. They aimed at extending&nbsp;ISIS activities and&nbsp;promoting&nbsp;its extremist and violent ideology.&nbsp;

The investigating&nbsp;agency said that the accused had carried out&nbsp;preparatory&nbsp;acts to unleash&nbsp;terrorist attacks, including recruitment of vulnerable youth into the organisation.&nbsp;

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Accused Mohammed Ashraf had taken 'bayath' (pledge of allegiance) from another arrested accused Saquib Nachan alias Amir-e-Hind, the federal agency said.&nbsp;

The government agency said that a case was registered&nbsp;on November 6 last year against Shahnawaz Alam and others in connection with a conspiracy to carry out terrorist activities at the direction of their ISIS handlers.&nbsp;

The NIA has been investigating various ISIS modules active in the country with the intent to dismantle the nefarious terror networks.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

National Investigation Agency (NIA) of India on Thursday (Mar 21) filed a chargesheet against three persons engaged in a conspiracy, involving recruitment, fabrication of explosives and Improvised explosive devices (IED), and fund-raising for a global terror organisation through its Borivali-Padgha module.

National Investigation Agency (NIA) of India on Thursday (Mar 21) filed a chargesheet against three persons engaged in a conspiracy, involving recruitment, fabrication of explosives and Improvised explosive devices (IED), and fund-raising for a global terror organisation through its Borivali-Padgha module. In a statement, the NIA said that the accused were actively involved in promoting the anti-India agenda of the proscribed terror outfit. The accused were identified as Mohammad Rizwan Ashraf of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, Mohammed Arshad Warsi of Dehradun in Uttarakhand and Mohammed Shahnawaz Alam of Hazaribagh in Jharkhand. Also read: Indian poll body directs central government to halt 'Viksit Bharat' messages on WhatsApp "During its investigations into the Borivali-Padgha (Maharashtra) ISIS terror module case, the agency had seized incriminating material related to manufacturing of explosives and fabrication of IEDs, along with propaganda magazines like 'Voice of Hind', 'Rumiyah', 'Khilafat', 'Dabiq' published by the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS)," the NIA said in the statement. The probe revealed that the trio had been sharing digital files related to the fabrication of IEDs with their contacts and were also found to be actively raising funds for their terror plans. They aimed at extending ISIS activities and promoting its extremist and violent ideology. The investigating agency said that the accused had carried out preparatory acts to unleash terrorist attacks, including recruitment of vulnerable youth into the organisation. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir's political future hinges on 49pc women voters in upcoming elections Accused Mohammed Ashraf had taken 'bayath' (pledge of allegiance) from another arrested accused Saquib Nachan alias Amir-e-Hind, the federal agency said. The government agency said that a case was registered on November 6 last year against Shahnawaz Alam and others in connection with a conspiracy to carry out terrorist activities at the direction of their ISIS handlers. The NIA has been investigating various ISIS modules active in the country with the intent to dismantle the nefarious terror networks. (With inputs from agencies)

India probe agency charge sheets three people in ISIS terror module case

ISIS India head Haris Farooqi has been arrested in Assam. Farooqi was furthering the ISIS cause in India by carrying out terror recruitment and terror funding. What was ISIS doing in Assam?

Gravitas: ISIS India head nabbed in Assam | Sinister terror plot against India averted

Indian police on Wednesday (Mar 20) said that the ISIS India head and one of his associates were arrested in the Indian state of Assam after they crossed over from Bangladesh. The arrests were made in the Dhubri district of the state.&nbsp;

Assam Police Chief Public Relations Officer Pranabjyoti Goswami said in a statement that the police received a tip-off and the terrorists were apprehended from the Dharmasala area by the Special Task Force (STF).&nbsp;

He added that they were later brought to the STF office in Guwahati and that several cases are pending against them at the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Delhi, Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and Lucknow among other places.&nbsp;

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"The identity of both of them was ascertained and it is found that accused Haris Farooqi alias Harish Ajmal Farukhi of Chakrata, Dehradun is the head of ISIS in India," Goswami said.&nbsp;

He further added that his associate Anurag Singh alias Rehan of Panipat got converted to Islam, while his wife is a Bangladeshi national.&nbsp;

According to CPRO, "Both of them are highly indoctrinated and motivated leaders/members of ISIS in India. They had furthered the cause of ISIS in India through conspiracies to carry out recruitment, terror funding and terror acts using IEDs at several places across India."&nbsp;

"STF, Assam, will hand over the accused to NIA for taking up further legal actions against these fugitives," the police official said.&nbsp;

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Goswami stated that sister agencies had informed him that two top-rung ISIS leaders in India, who were camping in Bangladesh, planned to cross into the nation in the Dhubri area to carry out sabotage actions.&nbsp;

He said that a team was deputed to locate and apprehend them based on the input.&nbsp;

"A manhunt was launched in the international border area to nab the culprits. At around 4:15 am of March 20, the accused persons were detected at Dharmasala area of Dhubri after they had crossed the international border," it added.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Indian police on Wednesday (Mar 20) said that the ISIS India head and one of his associates were arrested in the Indian state of Assam after they crossed over from Bangladesh.

Indian police on Wednesday (Mar 20) said that the ISIS India head and one of his associates were arrested in the Indian state of Assam after they crossed over from Bangladesh. The arrests were made in the Dhubri district of the state. Assam Police Chief Public Relations Officer Pranabjyoti Goswami said in a statement that the police received a tip-off and the terrorists were apprehended from the Dharmasala area by the Special Task Force (STF). He added that they were later brought to the STF office in Guwahati and that several cases are pending against them at the National Investigation Agency (NIA), Delhi, Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and Lucknow among other places. Also read: Indian student missing in US for two weeks, family gets ransom call "The identity of both of them was ascertained and it is found that accused Haris Farooqi alias Harish Ajmal Farukhi of Chakrata, Dehradun is the head of ISIS in India," Goswami said. He further added that his associate Anurag Singh alias Rehan of Panipat got converted to Islam, while his wife is a Bangladeshi national. According to CPRO, "Both of them are highly indoctrinated and motivated leaders/members of ISIS in India. They had furthered the cause of ISIS in India through conspiracies to carry out recruitment, terror funding and terror acts using IEDs at several places across India." "STF, Assam, will hand over the accused to NIA for taking up further legal actions against these fugitives," the police official said. Also read: India: More girls abandoned than boys, leading to rise in their adoptions, child rights activists tell SC Goswami stated that sister agencies had informed him that two top-rung ISIS leaders in India, who were camping in Bangladesh, planned to cross into the nation in the Dhubri area to carry out sabotage actions. He said that a team was deputed to locate and apprehend them based on the input. "A manhunt was launched in the international border area to nab the culprits. At around 4:15 am of March 20, the accused persons were detected at Dharmasala area of Dhubri after they had crossed the international border," it added. (With inputs from agencies)

ISIS India head and his close aide nabbed by police in Assam

Gunmen thought to be linked to the Islamic State group in Syria killed 18 people searching for truffles in the desert Wednesday, a war monitor said.

More than 50 people remained missing after the attack that saw heavy clashes with pro-government forces, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.

"Eighteen people were confirmed killed, including four pro-government fighters ... while more than 50 are still missing, after an attack launched by gunmen likely affiliated with IS," it said.

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The jihadists attacked the group with machine guns, said the Britain-based monitoring group with a network of sources inside Syria. The clashes left about a dozen cars burnt, it added.

The Syrian desert is renowned for producing some of the world's best quality truffles, which fetch high prices in a country battered by 13 years of war and a crushing economic crisis.

Every year between February and April, foragers risk their lives, defying official warnings, to collect the delicacies in the vast northern Syrian desert, or Badia – a known hideout for jihadists that is also littered with landmines.

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Last month, a blast from a landmine left by the IS group killed 14 people foraging for desert truffles, state media said.

IS lost its last scraps of territory&nbsp;in Syria in March 2019, following a military campaign backed by a US-led coalition, but jihadist remnants continue to hide in the desert and launch deadly attacks.

They have ambushed civilians as well as Kurdish-led forces, Syrian government troops and pro-Iran fighters, while also mounting attacks in neighbouring Iraq.

Syria's war has killed more than half a million people and displaced millions more since it broke out in March 2011 with Damascus's brutal repression of anti-government protests.

Gunmen thought to be linked to the Islamic State group in Syria killed 18 people searching for truffles in the desert Wednesday, a war monitor said. More than 50 people remained missing after the attack that saw heavy clashes with pro-government forces, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.

Gunmen thought to be linked to the Islamic State group in Syria killed 18 people searching for truffles in the desert Wednesday, a war monitor said. More than 50 people remained missing after the attack that saw heavy clashes with pro-government forces, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said. "Eighteen people were confirmed killed, including four pro-government fighters ... while more than 50 are still missing, after an attack launched by gunmen likely affiliated with IS," it said. Also Read | US destroyer successfully intercepts Houthi drone attack in Red Sea The jihadists attacked the group with machine guns, said the Britain-based monitoring group with a network of sources inside Syria. The clashes left about a dozen cars burnt, it added. The Syrian desert is renowned for producing some of the world's best quality truffles, which fetch high prices in a country battered by 13 years of war and a crushing economic crisis. Every year between February and April, foragers risk their lives, defying official warnings, to collect the delicacies in the vast northern Syrian desert, or Badia – a known hideout for jihadists that is also littered with landmines. Also Read | UN agency for migration declares 2023 as the most fatal year for migrants Last month, a blast from a landmine left by the IS group killed 14 people foraging for desert truffles, state media said. IS lost its last scraps of territory in Syria in March 2019, following a military campaign backed by a US-led coalition, but jihadist remnants continue to hide in the desert and launch deadly attacks. They have ambushed civilians as well as Kurdish-led forces, Syrian government troops and pro-Iran fighters, while also mounting attacks in neighbouring Iraq. Syria's war has killed more than half a million people and displaced millions more since it broke out in March 2011 with Damascus's brutal repression of anti-government protests.

At least 18 killed, over 50 missing in suspected IS attack on Syria truffle hunters: Report

Thirteen truffle hunters in the Syrian desert were killed following a blast in a landmine left by the Islamic State (IS or ISIS), the news agency AFP reported on Sunday (Feb 25) citing a war monitor. According to the Syria Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR), the explosion happened as the hunters were searching for truffles in the desert in the Raqqa province.

"Thirteen civilians, including women... were killed when a landmine left by the IS group exploded while they were searching for truffles in Raqqa," the SOHR said.&nbsp;

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These killings come after five truffle hunters were killed in a suspected IS ambush in Syria's central Homs province on Friday, state media reported. According to the news agency SANA, the assailants were on a motorcycle when they opened fire in the Jab al-Jirah area. The hunters were killed as they were picking truffles.&nbsp;

A member of the regime forces was also killed in the attack.

The Syrian desert is known for producing some of the best quality truffles in the world. Every year between February and April, foragers risk their lives to collect truffles in the desert - a known hideout for jihadists - which is also littered with landmines, AFP reported.

Authorities have repeatedly warned Syrians not to venture into the desert in search of truffles.&nbsp;

The IS carried out at least 50 attacks in the desert killing 101 members of the Syrian army and their affiliated groups, as well as 10 civilians, a report by Rudaw said on Saturday citing the SOHR.&nbsp;

(with inputs from agencies)

Thirteen truffle hunters in the Syrian desert were killed following a blast in a landmine left by the Islamic State (IS or ISIS), the news agency AFP reported on Sunday (Feb 25) citing a war monitor.

Thirteen truffle hunters in the Syrian desert were killed following a blast in a landmine left by the Islamic State (IS or ISIS), the news agency AFP reported on Sunday (Feb 25) citing a war monitor. According to the Syria Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR), the explosion happened as the hunters were searching for truffles in the desert in the Raqqa province. "Thirteen civilians, including women... were killed when a landmine left by the IS group exploded while they were searching for truffles in Raqqa," the SOHR said. Also read | Shamima Begum, former 'ISIS bride', loses appeal against UK citizenship revocation These killings come after five truffle hunters were killed in a suspected IS ambush in Syria's central Homs province on Friday, state media reported. According to the news agency SANA, the assailants were on a motorcycle when they opened fire in the Jab al-Jirah area. The hunters were killed as they were picking truffles. A member of the regime forces was also killed in the attack. The Syrian desert is known for producing some of the best quality truffles in the world. Every year between February and April, foragers risk their lives to collect truffles in the desert - a known hideout for jihadists - which is also littered with landmines, AFP reported. Authorities have repeatedly warned Syrians not to venture into the desert in search of truffles. The IS carried out at least 50 attacks in the desert killing 101 members of the Syrian army and their affiliated groups, as well as 10 civilians, a report by Rudaw said on Saturday citing the SOHR. (with inputs from agencies)

13 truffle hunters killed in Syrian desert in Islamic State landmine blast

Shamima Begum, a London native who joined the Islamic State terror group when she was a schoolgirl in Syria, lost her most recent appeal on Friday, February 23, over the cancellation of her British citizenship. A few weeks after Shamima Begum was discovered in a detention camp in northeastern Syria in 2019, the British government revoked her citizenship on the pretext of national security.

Shamima Begum, former 'ISIS bride', loses appeal against UK citizenship revocation

London-born woman Shamima Begum who went to Syria as a schoolgirl to join the Islamic State terror group, on Friday (Feb 23) lost her latest appeal over the revocation of her British citizenship. Shamima Begum's citizenship was taken away by the British government on grounds of national security in 2019, weeks after she was found in a detention camp in north-eastern Syria.

Former ‘ISIS bride’ Shamima Begum loses battle over regaining UK citizenship

US General Joel Vowell has warned that the terror group ISIS's operations across West Asia are being strengthened by the fall out from the war between Israel and the Hamas militants. Watch in the report for more details!

US General warns ISIS resurgence amid West Asia tensions

The Islamic State held about a third of Syria and 40% of Iraq. By 2017 ISIS had lost 95% of its territory including its two biggest properties. The terror group is attempting a comeback and a top US general's warning has set alarm bells.

ISIS terror group's presence in Africa, new tactics in Asia

Terror group ISIS attempts a comeback, US General says 'ISIS getting stronger'

Gravitas | Has the ISIS been resurrected? The terror group has claimed responsibility for an attack on a church in Istanbul. U.S. officials say the Israel-Hamas war may have given ISIS a chance to regroup.

Gravitas: Has ISIS become a threat again?

Terror group Islamic State has claimed the responsibility of the twin blasts in iran that killed at least 84 people. The explosions hit the procession marking the fourth death anniversary of Iranian General Qasim Soulemani on Wednesday. Claiming the attack through Telegram, the group said two of its members carried out the suicide bombings by "activating their explosives vests" among the crowds who had come to honour Soleiman.

ISIS claims responsibility of Iran blasts, at least 84 killed in attack | World DNA

Four days after a devastating twin bomb attack rocked southern Iran, claiming the lives of at least 91 people during a memorial ceremony near the tomb of Qasem Soleimani, a video has surfaced online. The footage shows a chilling glimpse into the moment one of the bombs exploded on January 3.

Iran's state media airs video of twin blasts near Qasem Soleimani's grave

ISIS says two members carried out suicide blasts at Soleimani Memorial

Iran blasts: Islamic States Khorasan remains a viable terrorist threat, says US

Turkish authorities have detained 304 people suspected of having ties to militant group Islamic State that operates across 32 provinces, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on Friday. Most suspects were detained in 3 big cities-Istanbul, Ankara & Izmir. Watch to know more!

Turkey: 304 ISIS suspects detained in 32 provinces

Turkiye conducts raids across country, detains 304 ISIS suspects

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