On Saturday evening, a homemade explosive device detonated near an Italian restaurant in central Moscow, resulting in three fatalities and injuring at least 21 others, according to Russian authorities.
The blast occurred shortly before 8:00 pm local time close to the Balzi Rossi restaurant, situated by one of Moscow's iconic Stalin-era skyscrapers at Kudrinkskaya Square.
Incident Details
- An unidentified woman carrying the bomb attempted to enter the restaurant but was stopped by a security guard.
- The explosion killed the woman, the security guard, and a customer inside the restaurant.
- Those injured sustained varying degrees of injuries and were treated by emergency services.
Investigation and Context
- Authorities have not released the names of the victims or identified any suspects responsible for the attack.
- Russian security services are increasing protection for high-ranking military officials amid ongoing tensions linked to the conflict in Ukraine.
- Reports suggest the bomb may have been detonated remotely and that the woman carrying it might have been unaware of the explosive nature of the device.
- The restaurant was closed for a private event at the time of the incident.
Law enforcement officers secured the scene promptly, with the area cordoned off from the public as investigations continue.
