President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu sent a message of condolence to the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir V. Putin, expressing shock and horror following the terrorist attack in Moscow, which tragically claimed the lives of over a hundred innocent individuals and left many others injured.

In his message, the President emphasized that the Government of the Maldives strongly condemns this cowardly terrorist attack and remains steadfast in its condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.

Concluding the message, the President extended sincere condolences from the Government and the people of the Maldives to the Government and the people of Russia, as well as to the bereaved families and those affected by the attack.

Crocus City Hall, on the outskirts of Moscow - 20km (12 miles) from the Kremlin - was about to host a concert by the rock group Picnic when gunmen burst into the foyer just after 20:00 (17:00 GMT) on Friday evening. By Sunday afternoon, at least 137 had been confirmed dead.