His Holiness Patriarch Kirill's condolences in connection with the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall

His Holiness Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia expressed his condolences in connection with the death of people as a result of the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall concert hall in Krasnogorsk, Moscow region.
Dear brothers and sisters, to the families of those killed and injured in the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall concert Hall!
I am deeply shocked by the terrorist attack that took place at the Crocus City Hall concert hall, which claimed many lives of civilians. The crime committed is striking in its cynicism and cruelty. I express my sincere condolences to you and grieve with you with my heart.

I am convinced that law enforcement agencies and special services will do everything possible to successfully and as soon as possible solve an audacious crime and bring to justice those responsible for its organization and execution.

Fervently worrying for all of you, I urge you not to lose faith, keep courage, fortitude and fervently pray to the Lord, Who is always with the suffering and the grieving.
I bless the Synodal Department for Church Charity and Social Service to provide all necessary pastoral assistance to the victims and the families of the victims.
May the merciful God rest the souls of the dead, grant healing to the wounded and comfort all those affected by this terrible tragedy.

With condolences
+KIRILL, PATRIARCH OF MOSCOW AND ALL RUSSIA