Russian President Putin’s Remarks on Crocus City Concert Hall Attack
Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the nation on Telegram regarding the Crocus City concert hall attack, expressing his views on the incident and its possible perpetrators.
Putin’s Statements on the Attack
- Putin stated that radical Islamists were responsible for the attack.
- He suggested that Ukraine might have been involved in the incident.
- The President emphasized the need to identify who ordered the attack.
Putin’s Allegations Against Ukraine
Putin hinted at Ukraine’s role in the attack, insinuating that it could be a part of a larger campaign against Russia.
- He questioned the motives behind the attack and who stands to benefit from it.
- Putin mentioned that Russian security officials apprehended the attackers while they were attempting to flee to Ukraine.
Response from Ukraine and the US
While Putin implicated Ukraine in the attack, Kyiv denied any involvement and accused Russia of false accusations.
- The US also weighed in on the situation, suggesting that Ukraine had a role in the incident.
- Putin countered these claims by reiterating that the attackers intended to escape to Ukraine before being captured.
International Perspectives
Amidst the conflicting narratives, US intelligence warned of potential IS threats in Russia targeting public venues.
- Putin’s spokesperson clarified that Russia’s security services were operating independently without external assistance.
