Trial of Terrorist Attack Suspects in Moscow Sends Shockwaves

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In a shocking development, a Moscow court announced the charges against a group of suspects accused of orchestrating the deadly attack at the Crocus City Hall, a popular entertainment and commercial complex, which claimed the lives of 137 people[^1^]. All the suspects are Tajikistan nationals, and they were individually presented before the court[^1^]. The Basmanny District Court in Moscow has already charged Dalerdzhon Mirzoyev, aged 32, and Saidakrami Rachabalizod, with terrorism. If convicted, Mirzoyev could face life imprisonment[^1^].

The Trial Proceedings

During a recent court session, prosecutors brought forward evidence against the accused, while Mirzoyev admitted his guilt[^1^]. Images from the courtroom showed the suspects confined in glass enclosuresBusiness Today[^1^].

Courtroom

Background of the Accused

Preliminary information suggests that Dalerdzhon, who has four children, lacks stable employment and his temporary residence permit had expired three months prior[^1^]. Saidakrami Rachabalizod, the second suspect, also admitted guilt and appeared in court with his right ear bandaged, indicating injuries sustained during arrest[^1^].

The court has also received requests to detain two more defendants, Muhammadsobir Fayzov and Shamsidin Fariduni, on terrorism charges[^1^]. These suspects have been transferred to the court and await further proceedings[^1^].

Motive and ISIS-K Claim

One of the suspects revealed that his motive for the attack was monetary gain, claiming that he was promised 500,000 rubles ($5,418), with half the payment already transferred to his card before the incident[^1^]. The suspect also revealed that he had been influenced by a sermon delivered by a religious preacher on Telegram[^1^]. When questioned about his actions at the Crocus City Hall, he stated that he was assigned the task of killing people[^1^].

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The Islamic State Khorasan (ISIS-K) claimed responsibility for the shooting in a statement posted on Telegram. The group also shared a photo of the four suspects posing against an ISIS flag backdrop[^1^]. However, the Russian authorities have not commented on the ISIS-K claim[^1^].

This trial has sent shockwaves through Moscow and serves as a grim reminder of the ongoing threat of terrorism. As the proceedings continue, the world waits anxiously for justice to be served.

[^1^]: Source: Business Today