Moscow, Russia – The recent terror attack on a concert venue in Moscow has been claimed by ISIS-K, also known as the Islamic State group. This attack, which was the worst terror incident in Russia in decades, has shed light on the group’s activities and motivations.
ISIS-K, formed in 2015, has been active in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran. As a branch of ISIS, the terror group that once controlled a significant amount of territory in Syria and Iraq, ISIS-K has evolved into a global terror network with cells in various regions worldwide, including Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia.
The connection between ISIS and ISIS-K remains somewhat murky, with similarities in ideology and tactics but an unclear relationship in terms of command and control. Both groups aim to establish Islamic states governed by Sharia law, seeking to expand their influence globally.
Experts have noted ISIS’s long-standing animosity towards Russia and its leader, President Putin. Russia has been a prominent target for ISIS for years, with the recent attack in Moscow further underscoring the group’s intentions and motivations in targeting the country.
For more information on ISIS-K and its activities, including insights into the group’s ideology and goals, further details are available for those interested in understanding the complexities of this global terror organization.