Fact:
On April 3, 2017, the day Vladimir Putin was due to visit the city, a suicide bombing was carried out in the St. Petersburg metro, killing 15 people and injuring 64. An al-Qaeda affiliate, Imam Shamil Battalion, claimed responsibility.
CEP Senior Director Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler interviewed: “Pressure is mounting at the Federal Foreign Office: According to Der Spiegel, internal files show that the humanitarian admission program for Afghans following the Taliban's takeover was fraught with serious mishaps and abuse. Security authorities and diplomats warn of a "highly questionable visa program" and a "significantly increased risk of abuse."”
Extremists: Their Words. Their Actions.
Fact:
On April 3, 2017, the day Vladimir Putin was due to visit the city, a suicide bombing was carried out in the St. Petersburg metro, killing 15 people and injuring 64. An al-Qaeda affiliate, Imam Shamil Battalion, claimed responsibility.
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