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Kyrgyzstani Citizen Detained in Moscow for Terrorism Discussion at Concert Hall

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A Kyrgyzstani citizen has been detained in Moscow for discussing a terrorist act at the "Crocus City Hall" concert venue. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has reported that initial information about the criminal case for "Public Justification of Terrorism" was received from Russian authorities.

The Kyrgyzstani diplomatic mission in Moscow has sent requests to Russian investigative authorities to obtain full information on the progress of the preliminary investigation in this criminal case. The embassy will provide consular and legal assistance to the compatriot within the framework of the criminal case as necessary.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan and the Kyrgyzstani embassy in the Russian Federation are closely monitoring the situation. Recall that a terrorist attack occurred on March 22 at the "Crocus City Hall" near Moscow. Thousands of people had gathered for a concert by a musical group. Preliminary reports indicate that four men in camouflage without masks entered the building and started shooting people at close range. Ten suspects have been arrested in connection with the attack.