In Ukraine, officials have strongly denied Russia’s accusations that Ukrainians were involved in an attack on a concert hall in Moscow, which left over 100 people dead. The attack was claimed by the Islamic State, marking it as the deadliest incident in Russia in nearly 20 years.
The Russian FSB security service reported that they had captured the attackers as they attempted to flee towards Ukraine. However, Ukraine’s response has been firm, with Mykhaylo Podolyak, an aide to President Volodymyr Zelensky, dismissing the Russian claims as “absurd and baseless.”
According to the FSB, the perpetrators were allegedly planning to cross the Russian-Ukrainian border, suggesting ties to Ukraine. But Ukrainian authorities have refuted these claims, emphasizing that the accusations from Russian special services lack any credible evidence.
Despite the arrest of 11 individuals by Russia, including four alleged assailants, there has been no official response from Moscow regarding the Islamic State’s claim of responsibility. Moreover, Russian lawmakers and former President Dmitry Medvedev have hinted at a potential Ukrainian connection without offering substantiated proof.
In contrast to Russian assertions, Ukrainian intelligence services have labeled the attack as a “planned and deliberate provocation” orchestrated by Russian special services on the orders of President Vladimir Putin. However, specific details regarding these allegations have not been provided by either side.
The incident has escalated tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with both sides trading accusations and denials. As investigations continue, the truth behind the attack on the Moscow concert hall remains murky, leaving unanswered questions about its perpetrators and motives.
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