A deadly assault on a concert hall in Moscow has left at least 40 people dead and over 100 injured after gunmen stormed the venue and opened fire on the audience. Explosives were also detonated, setting part of the Crocus City Hall ablaze. The chaos led to panic as attendees sought to escape the flames and gunfire. The Russian Foreign Ministry has labelled the incident a terrorist attack, and the Islamic State has claimed responsibility. The US had previously warned of potential attacks on large gatherings in Moscow, and security in the capital has since been heightened.
- At least 40 people have been killed and over 100 injured in an attack at Crocus City Hall near Moscow.
- Gunmen stormed the concert hall, shooting indiscriminately and detonating explosives.
- The attack occurred during a scheduled rock concert.
- Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attack.
- The US Embassy in Moscow had issued an alert two weeks prior, warning of possible extremist attacks on large gatherings.
- Security has been increased at key locations in Moscow, including airports and railway stations.
- There has been no public comment from Russian President Vladimir Putin, but he is reported to have been kept informed about the situation.
- Ukrainian officials have denied any involvement in the attack.
- Concerns have been raised regarding how the attackers were able to infiltrate a major public venue.
- The US intelligence had suggested an imminent threat from Islamic State targeting Moscow, which was shared with Russian authorities.
- Some attackers are reported to have escaped, and a search is underway.
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