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Gunmen Attack Synagogues and Churches in Dagestan, Leaving Death and Destruction

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Deadly attacks in Russia's Dagestan region shock the nation as gunmen target religious sites, resulting in multiple casualties and injuries.

Gunmen struck fear in the hearts of residents in Dagestan, Russia, as they launched a series of attacks on synagogues and churches, leaving a trail of death and destruction. In the chaotic incidents, a priest and six police officers fell victim to the violence, shaking the North Caucasus region. The targeted shooting at religious sites like the synagogue in Derbent, set ablaze, and the church in Makhachkala, under gunfire, emphasized the brutality of the attackers. The horrific scenes of violence and loss have left the community reeling, mourning the lives lost in these senseless 'terror attacks'.

Security officials in Russia's Dagestan reported at least nine dead and 25 injured in the brutal attacks on places of worship. The ruthless gunmen showed no mercy as they carried out their assaults, resulting in a high death toll and numerous injuries. The shocking destruction of the synagogue in Derbent, burned to the ground, and the targeted shooting at the church in Makhachkala, highlighted the gravity of the situation. The heinous actions of the attackers have sparked outrage and condemnation from authorities and the public, calling for justice and peace to prevail in the region.

The gunmen's barbaric acts resulted in the deaths of multiple police officers and a priest, further intensifying the sense of tragedy in the region. The simultaneous shootings at the synagogue in Derbent and the police post in Makhachkala reflect a coordinated and disturbing escalation of violence. The attacks on religious sites signify a direct assault on freedom of worship and a blatant disregard for human life. The community in Dagestan is left in shock and grief, grappling with the aftermath of the brutal 'terror attacks' that have shattered the peace and tranquility of the region.

In the wake of the devastating events in Dagestan, the nation mourns the loss of innocent lives and condemns the brutal attacks on synagogues and churches. The harrowing incidents serve as a stark reminder of the fragility of peace in regions plagued by violence. As investigations continue into the perpetrators of these atrocities, the authorities are working tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of all citizens in the wake of the tragic events that have unfolded. The resilience of the community in Dagestan is tested, but the spirit of unity and solidarity prevails in the face of adversity, seeking justice and peace for the victims and their families.

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Police and priest killed in Dagestan 'terror attack' (RTE.ie)

Gunmen on Sunday attacked a synagogue and churches, killing a priest and six police officers in Russia's Caucasus region of Dagestan, the national ...

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Deadly attacks on Dagestan synagogue and churches (BBC News)

Gunmen in Russia's North Caucasus republic of Dagestan have killed six police officers in a series of attacks, security officials say.

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At least nine dead, 25 injured as gunmen attack places of worship in ... (CNN)

โ€œThe synagogue in Derbent was set on fire and burned to the ground. Local guards were killed. The synagogue in Makhachkala was attacked by gunfire, there are no ...

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Synagogue, church attacks in Russia's Dagestan kill police, priest (Aljazeera.com)

Gunmen shot at a synagogue and church in Derbent, as well as a police post in Makhachkala.

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Gunmen in Russia's Dagestan attack churches, synagogue and ... (FRANCE 24)

Gunmen on Sunday attacked synagogues and churches in Russia's North Caucasus region of Dagestan, killing a priest, six police officers, and a member of the ...

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Gunmen target religious sites in Russia's Dagestan in 'terror attacks' (POLITICO.eu)

Shooting leaves at least seven officers dead and more than two dozen injured in second major incident this year.

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Gunmen kill at least six police and a priest in attacks in Russia's ... (The Guardian)

Simultaneous shootings target a synagogue in city of Derbent and police in region's capital Makhachkala.

More than 15 policemen, several civilians killed by gunmen in ... (NPR)

Gunmen opened fire on two Orthodox churches, a synagogue and a police post in two cities, according to the authorities.

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Priest and at least 15 police killed in Dagestan attack (RTE.ie)

Gunmen opened fire at a synagogue, an Orthodox church and a police post in attacks across two cities in Russia's North Caucasus region of Dagestan, ...

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More than 15 killed in Dagestan, Russia, as gunmen hit multiple sites (The Washington Post)

The dead included a 66-year-old Orthodox priest and over 15 police officers in what appeared to be a coordinated attack at a synagogue, church and police ...

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Russia: Gunmen open fire on synagogue and church in deadly ... (Sky News)

A synagogue and an Orthodox church were targeted along with a traffic police post, just three months after 145 people were killed at a concert hall near ...

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Dagestan: Death toll from attacks in region rises to 19 (The Irish Times)

Russia mourns priest, police killed by gunmen in synagogues and churches on Sunday in North Caucasus.

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Attacks in Russia's Dagestan region kill 19 (Financial Times)

The shootings in the regional capital Makhachkala and Derbent on Sunday evening were the worst terror incident in Russia since militants killed 145 people and ...

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'Terror attack' on synagogue, churches in Russia's Dagestan: What ... (Aljazeera.com)

Policemen and civilians were killed in a series of 'terrorist attacks' in Dagestan's Makhachkala and Derbent.

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Dagestan: Questions remain unanswered as Russia blames West ... (Sky News)

It was Russia's deadliest terror attack in two decades. The Islamic State group claimed responsibility, but that didn't stop authorities blaming Kyiv.

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Russia's Dagestan region in mourning for 19 killed in attacks on ... (The Times of Israel)

15 police officers among dead; gunmen said to include 2 sons and nephew of head of the Kremlin's United Russia party's regional branch; authorities say all ...

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Russian region of Dagestan holds a day of mourning after attacks ... (NPR)

Russia's southern region of Dagestan is in mourning after a rampage by Islamic militants Sunday that killed 19 people, and attacked houses of worship in ...

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Dagestan attack highlights Russia's vulnerability at home amid ... (The Guardian)

The mostly Muslim region in the North Caucasus in southern Russia is one of the country's most restive, and the growing social unrest and violence there could ...

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Death toll rises to 20 in shooting attack in Russia's Dagestan (The Times of Israel)

Head of region visits targeted church and synagogue, declares 'sleeper cells' directed from abroad were behind attack that also injured 46, ...

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Russia pins Dagestan attack on Ukraine and the West, ignoring ... (BBC News)

Despite years of Islamist attacks in Dagestan, Moscow wants to blame external actors for Sunday's attack.

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Video shows aftermath of attacks to synagogues and church in ... (CNN)

Six law enforcement officers and a priest have reportedly been killed in what appear to be coordinated attacks by gunmen in Russia's southernmost Dagestan ...

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World News in Brief: Guterres condemns terror attacks in Dagestan ... (UN News)

The UN Secretary-General has condemned Sunday's terror attacks against several churches and synagogues in Russia's mainly-Muslim Dagestan region, ...

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