Russia - Anti riot police storm Mosque

A police officer, accompanied by an OMON unit, entered a historic mosque before evening prayers and detained all worshippers without any specific reason. This act was seen as disrespectful to the religious beliefs of the citizens, who are also citizens of the country. The transcript emphasizes that such actions should not occur unless there is evidence of a crime. It highlights the importance of respecting religious and national rights and condemns discrimination based on these grounds.

What actions were taken by the police before the evening prayer?

What reasons were given for the police's actions towards the worshippers?

What is the significance of being citizens of the country in the context of the actions described?

How should the police handle situations involving potential arrests according to the text?

What is stated about the rights of the police regarding religious and national identity?