In a shocking incident on Friday, gunmen dressed in camouflage clothing opened fire with automatic weapons at a concert held in Crocus City Hall near Moscow. The attack, which left several concertgoers injured, has sent shockwaves through the local community and raised concerns about security at public events.
According to Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB), the assailants targeted the venue with the intention of causing mass casualties. The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the attack, marking another instance of their involvement in international terrorism.
In response to the incident, Russian authorities have initiated a criminal investigation to determine the motives behind the attack and to prevent future occurrences. Meanwhile, media coverage continues with CGTN broadcasting live from the scene, providing real-time updates to viewers around the world.
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