Washington condemns murder of Boris Nemtsov
Read on the website Vestnik KavkazaThe US has condemned the murder in Moscow of the well-known politician Boris Nemtsov.
"The President of the United States: The United States condemns the brutal murder of Boris Nemtsov", RIA Novosti quoted the message of the National Security Council at the White House, published on Twitter.
"We urge the Russian government to conduct a speedy, impartial and transparent investigation into the killing and to ensure that those responsible for the bloody murder will be brought to justice," another message released in Washington reads.
US Secretary of State John Kerry also commented on the tragedy. "I was shocked and saddened to learn of the brutal murder of former First Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Boris Nemtsov in the center of Moscow. Boris Nemtsov dedicated his life to creating a more democratic, prosperous, open Russia, and strong relations between Russia and its neighbors and partners, including United States, " he said.
"The United States urges the Russian authorities to swift action to investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators," the US Secretary of State said.
In addition, John Kerry expressed his condolences to the Russian people, family and friends of Boris Nemtsov.