Russian Distraction and ISIS-K Attack: What Really Happened in Moscow?

In the wake of the tragic attack at Crocus City Hall, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized Russia's focus on Ukraine, suggesting that the situation had been exploited by Putin. The US had also warned Russia of a potential attack, linked to ISIS-K presence in the country, a warning that Putin dismissed as 'provocative'. Meanwhile, ISIS-K claimed responsibility for the attack, with Putin focusing his attention on Ukraine despite evidence to the contrary. Amid these events, analysts have highlighted Russia's security lapse due to its focus on Ukraine, leading to the convenience of Moscow as a target for ISIS-K. This poses serious questions about Russia's security strategy and vigilance in the face of terrorist threats. The attack in Moscow further brings to light missed warnings of potential terrorist threats in Europe, including an ISIS-affiliate plot to attack cathedrals in Cologne or Vienna. Amidst these alarming developments, the Kremlin's disregard for Islamic extremist threats has come into question, as experts point out the fixation of ISIS-K on Russia in recent years, accusing the Kremlin of having Muslim blood on its hands. These events raise significant concerns about Russia's security focus, the impact of the Ukraine conflict on its defense strategy, and the global repercussions of such security lapses.