(Dan Tri) – Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a speech to the public after the terrorist attack in Moscow that left at least 143 people dead.
Russian President Vladimir Putin in his speech (Screenshot: Sputnik).
On March 23, Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a speech to the Russian people about the terrorist attack on the evening of March 22 at the Crocus City theater in Moscow.
Mr. Putin said he condolences to the relatives of the victims of the brutal terrorist attack.
He said it was clear that Russia was faced with a pre-planned mass killing of civilians.
He pledged that all perpetrators, organizers and sponsors of the terrorist attack in Crocus City will be appropriately punished.
He said Russia is aware of the threat of terrorism and will cooperate with all countries that `share this pain with us`.
The President thanked the paramedics, firefighters and rescuers who did everything to save the victim’s life.
He declared that March 24 would be a day of national mourning.
According to him, all four suspects directly involved in the incident were arrested when they tried to flee to Ukraine.
Mr. Putin affirmed that additional anti-terrorism measures have been applied in Moscow and other regions.
He emphasized that the common task of the Russian people is to unite so that no side can sow panic and discord in the country’s society.
On the evening of March 22, a group of armed people broke into the theater hall in Crocus City and began attacking people in the auditorium right before the music program took place.
Sputnik said the death toll from the attack has increased to 143 and another 107 victims are being treated in hospital.
Russia arrested a total of 11 suspects.
After the attack, Moscow canceled all mass gathering events this weekend, placing four airports in Moscow on high alert.
Authorities said it could take rescue forces several days to search and clean up the rubble after the attack.
