Executives of the Putin regime discuss the return of the death penalty. Russia considers many Ukrainian opponents and leaders to be "extremists" and "terrorists" Russia has so far made no mention of the jihadist trail regarding Friday's attack, despite IS's claim.

The Russian security services and Vladimir Putin, on the other hand, have mentioned a trail leading to Ukraine. Russia has also orchestrated a total repression of the opposition, including accusations of extremism, terrorism, discrediting the armed forces and treason.