Shooting Attack Kills Dozens in Moscow: Latest Updates and Analysis

:gun:At least 40 people were killed and over 100 injured in a shooting attack at a concert venue in Moscow.

:fire:The gunmen also set fire inside the venue, adding to the chaos and potential casualties.

:unknown:The motive behind the attack is still unknown, but ISIS-K has claimed responsibility.

:investigation:The Russian government is investigating the attack as a terrorist attack and is looking into the possibility of other groups being involved.

:crackdown:The attack poses a challenge for Putin's government and may lead to a further crackdown on dissent.

How many people were killed and injured in the shooting attack?

—At least 40 people were killed and over 100 injured in the shooting attack.

Who claimed responsibility for the attack?

—ISIS-K has claimed responsibility for the attack.

What is the motive behind the attack?

—The motive behind the attack is still unknown.

How is the Russian government responding to the attack?

—The Russian government is investigating the attack as a terrorist attack.

What could be the potential consequences of the attack?

—The attack poses a challenge for Putin's government and may lead to a further crackdown on dissent.

00:01A shooting attack at a concert venue in Moscow has left at least 40 people dead and over 100 injured.

00:20The attack occurred at Crocus City Hall, a large concert venue northwest of central Moscow.

00:38The gunmen, believed to be Islamic militants, opened fire and set fire inside the venue.

01:05ISIS-K has claimed responsibility for the attack, but the motive behind it is still unknown.

02:15The Russian government is investigating the attack as a terrorist attack and is looking into the possibility of other groups being involved.

08:52The attack poses a challenge for Putin's government and may lead to a further crackdown on dissent.