Putin lines up central anti terror push amid political upheaval
In Moscow President Vladimir Putin urges a central anti terror agency and electoral reforms to unite Russia against violence after attacks killed over 400 in two weeks. Critics warn moves to curb elections and tighten Kremlin control will deepen divides and erode public trust, citing Beslan victims' pain.
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Chechen Charged in Beslan School Siege
Nur pashi Kulayev, identified by Interfax, faces nine charges including kidnapping and murder over the Beslan school siege that left more than 350 dead, 171 of them children. Ustinov claimed 30 hostage takers were found and suggested some attackers fled, with nationality described as fully international.
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Witness ties suspect to 9 11 pilot group in Germany
Hamburg court hears a new witness, restaurant owner Luetz, who says Maqunir el Motassadeq met hijackers Atta, al-Shehhi, and Jarrah at his venue on May 1, 2001 four months before the Sept. 11 attacks. The statement challenges Motassadeq’s claim last saw Atta in May 2000. The witness will testify Oct. 26. prosecutors seek to prove Motassadeq knew of the plot.
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