In brief
A homemade explosive device blasted an Italian restaurant near Kudrinskaya square in Moscow, killing at least three people and injuring 21 others. The incident occurred around 20:00 local time during a private event hosted inside the venue. Security officials say a woman attempting to enter the restaurant with the bomb was stopped by a guard before the explosion. Emergency responders arrived quickly but the blast overwhelmed the site, leading to significant casualties. Investigation into the motive continues with no claim of responsibility yet recorded.
At least three people have been killed and 21 injured after a homemade explosive device detonated at an Italian restaurant in Moscow, Russian state media reports, quoting security officials.
The blast occurred at about 20:00 local time near the city centre on Kudrinskaya square.
The National Anti-Terrorist Committee said a woman carrying the explosives tried to enter the restaurant, which was holding a private event, but was stopped by a security guard.
BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg reported from the scene, noting the swift response of emergency services despite the chaos.
Authorities are investigating the incident and suspect an extremist motive, though no group has claimed responsibility yet.
The attack underscores ongoing security concerns in Russia’s capital, prompting heightened patrols by Moscow authorities in surrounding districts.
