Moldova: Increased security likely in Mayak April 26 following earlier explosions targeting two radio towers /update 1

Event

Increased security measures persist in Mayak in Moldova's breakaway region of Transnistria on the morning of April 26 after two earlier explosions in the town. The explosions targeted two radio antennas of the Transnistrian radio and television center, both of which were used to rebroadcast Russian-origin radio programs. No casualties have been reported.

A heightened security presence could remain deployed in the vicinity of the destroyed radio towers for several hours. Localized ground transport disruptions are likely.

Context

The blasts early on April 26 follow a suspected grenade launcher attack at the headquarters of the breakaway Transnistria Region's Ministry of Security in Tiraspol on April 25. No casualties were reported following that incident. Authorities in Chisinau view both incidents as a pretext for separatist authorities to further tighten the security situation in the breakaway region.

Advice

Avoid the scene of the incident. Consider alternate driving routes. Heed the instructions of security forces. Remain courteous and cooperative if approached and questioned by law enforcement officers.