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Russia Mourns Deadliest Attack in Decades as Putin Vows Retribution

President Putin promises justice for the victims of the Moscow concert hall attack, claiming over 130 lives, as Islamic State takes responsibility.

  • Russia observes a national day of mourning following the deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall, with the death toll surpassing 130.
  • Islamic State claims responsibility for the massacre, marking the deadliest terrorist act in Russia in nearly two decades.
  • President Vladimir Putin vows to punish those behind the attack, arresting four suspects allegedly attempting to flee to Ukraine.
  • The U.S. confirms Islamic State's sole responsibility for the attack, dismissing any Ukrainian involvement.
  • Russian authorities and citizens respond with heightened security measures and tributes to the victims amidst calls for unity against terrorism.
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