The message said, in part:
“The terrorist attack in a Mozdok hospital is another proof of the militants’ ruthlessness and cruelty. They are trying to destabilise the situation in the North Caucasus. Servicemen who were undergoing treatment, doctors, nurses, and civilians became victims of the tragedy. However, the militants will never impose their criminal will. Their bloody deeds will never stop the process of political settlement and bringing life back to normal.
“I express my condolences to the families and friends of those who were killed in the terrorist attack. May your strength and courage stay with you during these mournful days.”