Lukashenko Challenges Putin's Claims on Moscow Concert Hall Attackers
TL;DR
Belarusian President Lukashenko contradicts Putin's claims that Ukraine was involved in the Moscow concert hall attack, stating that the attackers initially intended to enter Belarus, not Ukraine. He reinforced security measures to prevent their entry and agreed to seal off roads into Belarus at Putin's request. Russian officials have arrested 11 suspects in connection with the attack, with four appearing in court and facing terrorism charges, amid allegations of violent interrogation methods being used.
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