More than a dozen killed in synagogue, church attacks in Russia’s Dagestan

Two separate attacks in Dagestan, a republic in Russia’s North Caucasus region, left more than a dozen people dead. One attack targeted a synagogue in the town of Derbent, resulting in three fatalities. Another attack occurred in the village of Kizilyurt, where a gunman killed 10 people at a church before being shot and killed by law enforcement. The circumstances surrounding the attacks remain unclear, and investigations are ongoing. Authorities have labeled the synagogue attack a “terrorist act” and are seeking to identify the perpetrators. The incidents have sparked heightened security measures in Dagestan, with law enforcement increasing patrols and stepping up security around religious institutions.

Summary

"Two separate attacks in Dagestan left more than a dozen people dead. One attack targeted a synagogue in Derbent, resulting in three fatalities, while another attack occurred at a church in Kizilyurt, leaving 10 people dead. Authorities are investigating the motives behind the attacks and have labeled the synagogue attack a “terrorist act.” The incidents have led to increased security measures in Dagestan."