What we know about the ‘Terror attack’ on synagogues and churches in Dagestan, Russia

In a devastating terror attack in the Russian region of Dagestan, gunmen carried out simultaneous attacks on synagogues, churches, and a police post in the cities of Makhachkala and Derbent. The assailants killed at least 20 people, including police officers and civilians.

Authorities in Dagestan have declared the end of a counter-terrorism operation in response to the attacks. The targeted locations, which included religious institutions and a security checkpoint, were subjected to a violent assault that has left the region in shock.

The violence in Dagestan serves as a grim reminder of the ongoing threat posed by terrorist groups in the region. The brazenness and brutality of the attacks have raised concerns about the security situation in southern Russia and the potential for further violence.

Al Jazeera’s Osama Bin Javaid provides insight into the tragic events that unfolded in Dagestan. As the region grapples with the aftermath of the attacks, the search for the perpetrators and the motives behind the violence continues.

The attack on synagogues, churches, and a police post in Dagestan has reignited fears of terrorism in the region. The toll of innocent lives lost in the rampage underscores the urgent need for greater security measures and vigilance in the face of extremist threats.