The U.S. Embassy in Moscow has issued a security alert warning American citizens residing in Russia of potential terrorist threats in the capital city. The alert, issued on Thursday, stated that there are “imminent plans” by “extremists” to target public gatherings in Moscow.
American citizens are advised to avoid large gatherings over the next 48 hours as the embassy is monitoring reports of extremists planning to target concerts and other large events in the city. It is not clear what specific reports the embassy is referring to in its statement.
The security alert comes after Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) reported killing Islamic State militants who were planning a terrorist attack on a Moscow synagogue earlier on Thursday. It is unclear if the embassy’s security alert is related to this incident.
As of now, there has been no immediate comment from the Russian government on the security alert issued by the U.S. Embassy. The situation is being closely monitored as tensions rise in Moscow amidst these potential threats. American citizens in Russia are advised to stay vigilant and avoid large gatherings until further notice.
The Puck Drop will continue to provide updates on this developing story as more information becomes available. Stay tuned for the latest news and updates on this concerning situation in Moscow.
