The official representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Maria Zakharova, noted that from the first minutes after the news about the emergency, numerous calls and official appeals from the authorities of foreign countries, international organizations, NGOs, religious associations and citizens began to arrive with condolences. In addition, spontaneous memorials have appeared in front of Russian diplomatic missions abroad, where people bring flowers and candles.
“We express our sincere gratitude to everyone who did not remain indifferent in the face of the tragedy,” Zakharova said.
In Russia, March 24 has been declared a day of mourning in connection with the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall.
According to the Russian Investigative Committee, the death toll in the attack is 115.
Russian President Vladimir Putin clarified that the victims of the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall included women and children.