🎤 In a shocking turn of events, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Monday that the devastating attack at a concert just outside Moscow was carried out by Islamic militants. But here's the twist: he also hinted at Ukraine's possible involvement in the tragedy. 😱
\"We know who executed this terrorist attack,\" Putin stated during a meeting with law enforcement officials. \"But now we're keen to find out who ordered this crime.\" 🕵️♂️
He pointed fingers at the U.S., saying, \"The U.S., through various channels, is trying to convince everyone there's supposedly no trace of Kyiv in the bloody terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall, insisting it's the banned Islamic State.\" 🇺🇸❌
However, Putin isn't entirely convinced. \"We need answers to several questions,\" he said. \"Are radical, even terrorist, Islamic organizations really interested in striking Russia, which today stands for a fair solution to the escalating Middle East conflict?\" 🌍✌️
He also pondered, \"Why did the terrorists, after committing the crime, try to head straight to Ukraine? Who was waiting for them there?\" 🤔🇺🇦
Labeling the attack an act of intimidation, Putin asked, \"The question arises: who benefits from this?\" 💣
Despite the urge to swiftly punish those responsible, Putin emphasized that the investigation should be professional, objective, and free from political bias. ⚖️
The tragic attack at Crocus City Hall has claimed 139 lives and left 182 injured as of Monday, according to Alexander Bastrykin, head of the Russian Investigative Committee. Our hearts go out to all affected. 💔
Reference(s):
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