Putin Warns “Destructive Thoughts” Will Ruin Russia, Calls For “Humanity, Mercy” After Moscow Attack Achi-News

President Vladimir Putin, during his visit to the Tver Region, said that nationalist ideas are a cause for concern for a multicultural country like Russia. Putin was referring to a nationalist slogan, “Russia for Russians,” amid domestic anger over the recent terror attack near Moscow. The slogan promotes the idea that the ethnic majority deserve more rights than other nationalities in the country. Putin warned that Russia is a multinational and multi-confessional state, and violating the rights of any citizens will only lead to the downfall of the country.