African Union expresses solidarity with Russia following terrorist attack near Moscow

Emergencies March 23, 13:40

African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat said, that was shocked to learn of the horrific terror attack in Moscow

HARARE, March 23. /TASS/. African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat has expressed solidarity with the Russian government and people following a terrorist attack near Moscow.

"I was shocked to learn of the horrific terror attack in Moscow, claiming many victims. Our deepest condolences to the bereaved families and in solidarity with the people and government of the Russian Federation following this heinous attack that we condemn in the strongest terms," he wrote on X.

The terrorist attack took place at the Crocus City Hall in the town of Krasnogorsk outside Moscow late on March 22. Unidentified gunmen armed with automatic weapons went on a shooting spree. According to the latest data from Russia’s Investigative Committee, over 115 people were killed but that number may grow.

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