What's happened
Ukrainians deny involvement in the Moscow concert hall attack, as Russian and Ukrainian officials trade accusations over the incident. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the mass shooting, sparking concerns of escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
Why it matters
The denial of involvement by Ukraine in the Moscow concert hall attack highlights the ongoing tensions and propaganda between Russia and Ukraine. The accusations and counter-accusations could further escalate the conflict, impacting regional stability and international relations.
What the papers say
The New York Times reports on Ukraine's reaction to the Kremlin's narrative, with Ukrainians dismissing the accusations as typical Russian provocation. Politico highlights the blame game between Russia and Ukraine, with both sides accusing each other of orchestrating the attack. Sky News discusses the concerns in Kyiv over potential exploitation of the attack by Vladimir Putin to escalate the war in Ukraine.
How we got here
The attack on a Moscow concert hall, claimed by the Islamic State, has led to a blame game between Russia and Ukraine. The ongoing conflict between the two countries, with Russia's offensive in Ukraine and Ukraine's denial of involvement in the attack, has heightened tensions and raised fears of further escalation.
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