A series of coordinated attacks in Dagestan, Russia, left at least 15 police officers dead and several others injured. Five gunmen responsible for the assault were killed, according to reports from Russian news agencies on Monday. The national anti-terrorism committee confirmed the neutralization of the attackers, who targeted multiple locations on Sunday.
The attackers struck a synagogue, an Orthodox church, and a police post in the North Caucasus region. The violence coincided with Pentecost Sunday, a significant religious holiday in the Russian Orthodox Church. The attacks left over 12 people injured, adding to the death toll of law enforcement officers.
In a tragic turn of events, the violence affected religious sites. An unidentified group fired automatic weapons at a synagogue and a church, killing one police officer and injuring another. Nineteen people sought refuge inside a church in Makhachkala, the capital of Dagestan, and were safely evacuated by local authorities. However, a synagogue in Derbent was set on fire, and a synagogue in Makhachkala was also burned down.
In another incident, gunmen opened fire on a police car in Sergokal, a village 65 kilometers (40 miles) from Makhachkala, injuring one officer. This attack further underscores the escalating violence and the challenges faced by security forces in the region.
Authorities are investigating the attacks, seeking to understand the motives and connections behind the coordinated assaults. The swift action by the national anti-terrorism committee in neutralizing the gunmen highlights the heightened state of alert and response in Dagestan.
The attacks have shocked the local and national community, with religious leaders and government officials condemning the violence. Efforts are being made to support the victims and restore calm in the affected areas.
As the situation develops, further updates are expected from Russian authorities regarding security measures and the ongoing investigation into these tragic events.
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