"Putin's Security Promises Shattered: Two Charged in Moscow Concert Hall Attack"

Russia's opposition criticizes Vladimir Putin's security promises following the deadly Moscow concert hall attack, accusing the intelligence agencies of focusing on targeting Kremlin critics instead of addressing real threats. The attack, claimed by Islamic State, has raised questions about the country's security apparatus and its failure to prevent the deadliest attack in Russia in two decades, despite prior warnings. Critics argue that Putin's crackdown on opponents has left Russia vulnerable, with the security services accused of prioritizing political suppression over their primary responsibility of preventing terrorist attacks.