India conveys Condolences on Moscow Attack: Jaishankar speaks to Sergey Lavrov

India conveyed its ‘deepest condolences’ on the account of the horrifying terror attack in Moscow on Sunday 24th, March of 2024. Over 130 people were killed, and more than 150 injured in the brutal attack that was targeted on the civilians of Moscow. ISIS claims on the attack, while Russia pointed its finger towards Ukraine.

The attack happened inside a concert hall within the Crocus mall, located on the shore of Moskva river at the nation's capital. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar interacted with his Russian counterpart on Sunday to convey support as Russia marked a day of mourning. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had earlier assured that India 'stood in solidarity with the Russian government' and ‘strongly condemned’ the attack.

“Spoke to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Conveyed our deepest condolences on the loss of lives in the horrific terrorist attack in Moscow," the EAM tweeted.

At least 130 people were killed and more than 150 injured on Friday marking the day as the worst atrocity in over two decades in the country. Gunmen armed opened fire with automatic weapons and explosives were set-off, while the panicked civilians tried to escape the concert venue.