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world20 days ago•3 min saved

Three Suspects Named in Moscow Attack on GRU General

Russia has identified three suspects in the shooting of Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev in Moscow, with Lyubomir Korba, a Ukrainian-born Russian citizen, named as the alleged attacker likely acting on Ukrainian intelligence leads. Korba reportedly travelled to the UAE hours after the attack and has been arrested and extradited. Investigators say he had at least one accomplice, Viktor Vasin, who was arrested, and a woman, Zinaida Serebritskaya, believed to be involved. A silenced Makarov pistol was recovered at the scene. Kyiv has denied involvement, while Russia’s Kremlin and Defence Ministry note cooperation with UAE authorities in the case.

via BBC|

#gru #lyubomir-korba #moscow-shooting

world22 days ago•325 min saved

GRU Deputy Chief Shot in Moscow, Latest Blow to Russia’s Top Military Leaders

Russian Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseyev, the first deputy head of Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU), was shot and seriously wounded in Moscow by an unknown attacker at a residential building. He has been transferred to a city hospital and is in intensive care; a criminal case for attempted murder has been opened. Alekseyev, who has been sanctioned by the US and EU, played a role in Ukraine-related negotiations. The assault adds to a string of attacks on senior Russian military figures amid Russia’s war in Ukraine and follows recent trilateral talks in the region.

via cnn.com|

#gru #moscow-shooting #russia

terrorism1 year ago•1 min saved

"Islamic State Urges Lone Wolf Attacks on Christians and Jews Worldwide"

The Islamic State has called on its supporters to carry out lone wolf attacks against Christians and Jews in the US, Europe, and Israel, following a 41-minute audio speech by spokesperson Abu Hudhayfah al-Ansari praising the deadly Moscow shooting and urging more violence. The group also spoke about further attacks on US troops in Iraq and called on its cells in Mozambique and the Philippines to continue their activities, while Russian intelligence has accused the US, UK, and Ukraine of being behind the Moscow attack.

via Ynetnews|

#abu-hudhayfah-al-ansari #islamic-state #lone-wolf-attacks

international-terrorism1 year ago•3 min saved

"European Nations Unite Against ISIS Following Moscow Terror Attacks"

The suspects accused of plotting the mass shooting in Moscow belong to ISIS-K, an ISIS branch that has attempted multiple terrorist attacks in Europe, particularly in France. France has raised its terror alert level to the highest level and plans to boost security at sensitive sites. Other European countries, including Italy and Germany, are also increasing security measures in response to the heightened threat. Western allies are growing alarmed at the surge in ISIS-K activity, particularly after the group claimed responsibility for the Moscow concert hall shooting. The U.S. intelligence community is closely monitoring ISIS-K's activities and planning, while also warning of possible "imminent" extremist attacks in Moscow.

via The Daily Beast|

#europe #france #international-terrorism

international-politics1 year ago•0 min saved

"Bloody Terrorist Attack Sparks Concert Hall Inferno in Moscow"

At least 40 people were killed in a "bloody terrorist attack" at a concert hall in Moscow. Meanwhile, concerns have been raised about the legitimacy of Putin's election landslide victory, with official results showing he won 9 out of every 10 votes. Additionally, the recent Russian presidential contest has been eventful, with attacks on polling stations and opposition leader Navalny's strategy to challenge Putin. In the Netherlands, far-right election winner Wilders has abandoned his pursuit of the prime minister job after coalition talks reached an impasse.

via POLITICO Europe|

#concert-hall #election #international-politics