US Embassy in Moscow reports threat of terrorist attack

The US Embassy in Moscow warned of a terrorist attack threat at the Tsaritsyno museum-reserve on Saturday, October 31. The diplomatic mission reported a 'credible threat' of an incident with mass casualties and urged avoiding the area. Response measures are being coordinated with Russian authorities.

On Saturday, October 31, the US Embassy in Moscow posted a warning on social media platform X about a threat of an incident with mass casualties at the Tsaritsyno museum-reserve. According to the diplomatic mission, the threat pertains to today. The message states that the embassy became aware of a 'credible threat' on the museum grounds. The nature of the possible attack is not specified. US authorities are coordinating response measures with relevant Russian agencies. The embassy urged avoiding Tsaritsyno and the surrounding area, staying vigilant, and staying away from crowds. Russian media report that two concerts were scheduled at Tsaritsyno for this evening.