Three killed, 21 injured in Moscow restaurant bombing

A homemade explosive device detonated at an Italian restaurant in Moscow on Tuesday, killing at least three people and injuring 21 others, Russian officials reported. The blast occurred in the early afternoon, and emergency services responded quickly to the scene, treating victims at the hospital and conducting a preliminary investigation.

Authorities have not released information about the intended target of the attack, nor identified any suspects or groups responsible. The incident has prompted heightened security measures across the city, with police increasing patrols in commercial districts and monitoring potential threats to public venues.

The Russian government has called for calm and urged citizens to remain vigilant. Investigators are continuing to examine the device and gather evidence, while the city’s emergency services remain on alert for any further incidents.