As has been the case for the last six months, the big drivers of Putin’s Excellent Adventure have taken place in the political realm as the war has stalemated at this point.
The big story of the week was the attack on the Crocus Concert Hall in Moscow that left 143 dead — though this count will undoubtedly increase as the wreckage from the fire is cleared — and more than 360 injured. The Russian government is continuing to point the finger of blame at Ukraine despite no evidence to support that allegation and a great deal that discounts it.
BACKGROUND:
Despite ISIS Claim of Responsibility, Russia Blames Ukraine for Concert Hall Attack
US Embassy Warned Russia of Terrorist Attack and Putin Ignored It
NEW: ISIS Claims Responsibility for Moscow Attack in Surprise Twist, Skepticism Follows
The Moscow Terror Attack: Some Initial Thoughts and Impressions
