The Dubrovka Theater Hostage Crisis

In October 2002, chaos erupts at a Moscow theater as armed terrorists take hostages during a musical performance. A stark shift from entertainment to terror unfolds, with hostages grappling with panic and fear. The police's introduction of gas escalates the tension, leading to a desperate rescue attempt by special forces. This tragic event not only impacts the hostages and their families but also alters the political landscape in Russia, boosting support for military action in Chechnya and highlighting the horror of such crises.