Russia: Disruptions possible after hoax bomb threats in Moscow Nov. 28 /update 1

Event

Residual traffic and business disruptions are possible in the capital Moscow on Wednesday, November 28, after a series of hoax bomb threats resulted in the evacuations of several shopping malls - including the City, Capitol, European, Megapolis, Tsvetnoy, Gorbushkin Dvor, Zvezdochki, Atrium, and Viva malls - and the Kievsky railway station. A heightened security presence is to be expected in these areas over the coming hours.

Advice

Individuals in Moscow are advised to monitor developments to the situation, prepare for lingering disruptions, and adhere to any instructions issued by the local authorities.