On Saturday evening, a homemade bomb detonated near an upscale Italian restaurant in central Moscow, killing three individuals, including a security guard and a customer, while injuring at least 21 others. The explosion occurred shortly before 20:00 local time at Kudrinkskaya Square, where the restaurant was hosting a private event.
Authorities reported that an unidentified woman attempted to enter the restaurant but was stopped by security, leading to the blast. The Russian Anti-Terrorism Committee has not disclosed the identities of the victims or potential suspects. Speculation from the Kommersant newspaper suggests that the bomb may have been detonated remotely, indicating a possible broader threat to public safety.
This incident comes as Russia's FSB has heightened security measures for military officials following a series of targeted attacks, reflecting the ongoing volatility in the region due to the war with Ukraine