Moscow: Russian investigators said today that they were examining a Ukrainian lead in last month’s massacre at a Moscow concert hall that was claimed by the Islamic State.
IS has claimed responsibility on multiple occasions for the March 22 attack which killed over 140 people and injured 360 but Moscow has repeatedly implied that Kyiv or the West were involved.Gunmen in camouflage stormed the Crocus City Hall venue on the outskirts of Moscow before setting the building on fire. Twelve suspects have been arrested including the four gunmen, who are all from the Central Asian nation of Tajikistan.
Russian investigators said data from one of the suspects’ phones showed that on the morning of Feb 24 last year – the second anniversary of Russia’s military campaign in Ukraine – he had trawled for photographs of the Crocus City Hall and sent it to others. SPONSORED CONTENT Sabah revenue hits RM6.97 billion: Hajiji says GRS State Government may see full term Kota Kinabalu: The Sabah Government continued its momentum in managing the economy in line with the commitment and spirit of the Sabah Maju Jaya when it posted record high state revenue of RM6.973 billion last year. Read more It said the suspect “had confirmed all this in his statements”.
It said further photos were found on the same phone showing men in camouflage holding the Ukrainian flag in front of destroyed buildings.“This data can support a link between the attack” and the conflict in Ukraine, the investigators said.* Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel for the latest news you don't want to miss.* Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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