The center handling applications for compensation to victims of the Crocus City Hall terrorist attack and the events in Moscow and the surrounding region has opened on Krasnoprudnaya Street, 13. The announcement came from the capital’s Ministry of Internal Affairs press service and the Labor and Social Protection of the Population channel on Telegram, confirming the new processing hub and its role in delivering support to those affected.
From today, residents of Moscow and the Moscow region can begin applying for a one-time financial grant designated for victims of the terrorist assault. City officials emphasize that the aim is to provide swift relief to those who suffered losses during the tragedy, with the aid being distributed through a structured process overseen by social coordinators at the Moscow headquarters.
Citizens from every region of Russia are eligible to submit applications for this assistance. To streamline eligibility checks and documentation, social coordinators will assist applicants as they navigate the approval workflow at the central Moscow office. This coordinated effort is designed to ensure that affected families and individuals receive timely financial support and clear guidance on next steps, with services available to help people complete the necessary forms and verify eligibility.
To address questions about receiving these cash payments, hotlines have been established. Residents are encouraged to contact the dedicated phone lines for guidance and updates, with operators available to provide information on requirements, timelines, and the status of individual cases.
The Crocus City Hall incident occurred on the evening of March 22 when armed individuals entered the venue just before the scheduled performance, opening fire on attendees. Subsequent explosions and a fire further escalated the crisis. The Investigative Committee of Russia has opened a criminal case classified as a terrorist act under current Russian law. Health authorities reported a significant number of casualties and injuries, and President Vladimir Putin declared a national day of mourning for March 24. In response to the tragedy, Moscow’s mayor has expressed condolences to the victims’ families, and city officials announced that all entertainment events in the capital scheduled for the following weekend would be cancelled as a mark of respect and in support of the ongoing response. The incident prompted widespread coverage and reflection across media outlets, with ongoing updates from various official sources and public statements from city leadership. (citation: city press services and official statements)
Early eyewitness accounts described the panic and confusion that occurred during the shooting at Crocus City Hall, underscoring the chaos experienced by attendees and staff as events unfolded in real time. (citation: on-site observers and official summaries)