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In Russian kindergartens, anti-terrorist exercises are taking place. During which even armed attacks and hostage takings are simulated.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

The images published by educational institutions show children lying face down on the floor, bending over, and in some cases armed individuals pointing weapons at them, writes the publication “Novaia Gazeta<\/a>“. Lessons of this kind began on August 18 and will last for two days.<\/p>\n\n

According to journalists, over 100 kindergartens from different regions of Russia have already announced on social networks that they have organized such actions, according to newsmaker.md<\/a>. Moreover, in some educational institutions, educators have decided to barricade the doors or simulate attacks with flammable liquids.<\/p>\n\n

Such exercises are not being organized for the first time in kindergartens in Russia. Similar actions have also taken place in the spring of 2025.<\/p>\n\n

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