Gunmen launched coordinated terror attacks in Russia's North Caucasus region of Dagestan, targeting synagogues, Orthodox churches, and a police post, resulting in the deaths of at least seven individuals, including six police officers and a priest.
The attacks occurred in the cities of Derbent and Makhachkala, leaving 12 officers wounded. Russian authorities reported that the attackers, identified as four gunmen, were neutralized during the incidents. The violence has been condemned as a terror attack, with officials and the international community expressing shock and sorrow over the assault on places of worship and law enforcement.
The situation in Dagestan remains tense as investigations continue into the motives and affiliations of the gunmen.
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Russia terror attack: Moment synagogue, church go up in flames as police close off city
Two gunmen opened fire on Sunday at churches and a synagogue in Dagestan. At least six officers and a priest were killed as the holy buildings went up in flames.
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Six policemen dead as gunmen open fire at synagogue and Orthodox churches in Russia's North Caucasus, officials say
In short: Gunmen in... officers were killed in "terrorist" attacks. The interior ministry, quoted by Russian news agencies, said four gunmen had been shot dead as the incidents unfolded. A local official said another had been killed during a shootout...
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