Russian special forces rescue hostages from ISIL-linked detainees

In a daring operation, Russian special forces successfully rescued two prison guards who were held hostage at a pre-trial detention center in Rostov-on-Don, a city in southern Russia. The guards were seized by six detainees with alleged connections to the ISIL (ISIS) group.

The Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia confirmed that a special operation was carried out to free the hostages, resulting in the elimination of the criminals. Fortunately, the hostages were unharmed during the rescue mission. The hostage-takers, some of whom had previous terrorism-related convictions, were armed with knives and makeshift weapons.

The tense standoff escalated when the hostage-takers demanded a vehicle and safe passage out of the prison in exchange for releasing the guards. Russian special forces intervened to ensure the safety of the hostages, bringing the situation to a swift resolution.

This incident comes on the heels of a recent tragic attack at a concert hall near Moscow, where many lives were lost. The perpetrators of that attack, believed to have ties to ISIL, were promptly apprehended by Russian authorities.

The successful rescue operation in Rostov-on-Don highlights the swift and decisive action taken by Russian special forces to protect innocent lives. Such operations demonstrate the commitment of law enforcement agencies to maintain security and combat terrorism, ensuring the safety of the public.