More than 15 people, including police and National Guard officers, were killed in Derbent, Dagestan!

The attacks, which took place in Derbent and Makhachkala, left at least 12 others injured and caused widespread Panic and destruction.

The blaze sent smoke and flames billowing into the sky, as shown in videos circulating on social media.

Russia’s Investigative Committee promptly opened criminal investigations, labeling the incidents as “acts of terror.”

These tragic events highlight threat of extremist violence in the region and the urgent need for effective counter-terrorism measures.