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No reports of Bulgarian casualties after terrorist attack in Moscow

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According to information from the Bulgarian embassy in Moscow, so far there are no reports of Bulgarian citizens killed or injured in the terrorist attack in a concert hall. The embassy is in contact with the local authorities and is ready to provide assistance if necessary, the foreign ministry added. If assistance is needed, Bulgarian citizens can contact the embassy in Russia

Signals and requests for assistance in disaster situations from Bulgarian citizens are accepted 24/7 on the telephone lines of the "Situation Center" Directorate

A shooting followed by a massive fire in the 6,000-seat Crocus City Hall concert hall in Krasnogorsk in the Moscow region claimed more than 60 lives. There are 145 injured. There are also children among the victims.



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