Russian Prisoners Take Hostages: Unprecedented Incident at Pre-Trial Detention Center Amidst ISIS Terrorism Concerns

In Rostov-on-Don, on June 16, two hostages were taken by prisoners at pre-trial detention center No. 1. According to law enforcement agencies, the prisoners demanded transport and were armed with weapons such as knives, sharpeners, fire axes, and rubber batons taken from the guards. Negotiations are currently ongoing to release the hostages.

Sources have reported that the prisoners involved in the hostage situation are accused of terrorist crimes, including connections with the Islamic State. The Telegram channel 112 has published footage featuring statements from the terrorists who were arrested in 2022 for planning to blow up the Supreme Court of the Karachay-Cherkess Republic in Russia. Further information is still being clarified.