Three killed, 21 injured in Moscow restaurant bombing, authorities say
A bomb attack at an upscale restaurant in central Moscow resulted in three deaths and 21 injuries. Russian authorities have labeled the incident a terrorist act, though no group has claimed responsibility.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing security concerns and potential instability within Russia, marking a significant violent event in the capital.
Heavily armed law-enforcement officers and emergency services were seen at the site of the blast. ( Moscow News Agency via AP: Sergei Vedyashkin )
The mayor of Moscow says a bomb attack on a restaurant was a "brutal terrorist act", but did not say who was responsible.
The blast at an upscale restaurant killed three people, including the bomber, Russian state media reported citing local officials.
No one has publicly claimed responsibility for the attack, and the Moscow Investigative Committee says it is still investigating.
Link copied Share Share article Moscow mayor Sergei Sobyanin has called a bomb attack on a restaurant in the capital a "brutal terrorist act", but did not say who was responsible.
The blast on Saturday evening at the Balzi Rossi, an upscale Italian establishment in central Moscow, killed three people, including the female bomber, Russian state media said, citing local officials.
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