Motive behind deadly attacks in Dagestan still unclear

A series of seemingly coordinated attacks on synagogues and Orthodox churches took place in the Russian republic of Dagestan over the weekend. Multiple gunmen opened fire, killing at least 20 people. Dozens more were injured and taken to local hospitals. The World’s Daniel Ofman has the latest.

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