Spain: Letter bomb explodes in the Ukrainian Embassy, Madrid, Nov. 30

Event

A letter bomb exploded in the Ukrainian Embassy, Madrid, early afternoon Nov. 30, injuring one person. Emergency teams are responding to the incident and investigations will likely continue; a security cordon is in place and localized traffic disruption is possible. Authorities have not yet indicated a suspected source of the letter bomb.

The incident is likely to prompt increased significantly security procedures at Ukrainian and other diplomatic missions, both in Madrid and in other capital cities. As the attack is likely related to the conflict in Ukraine, therefore those countries that support Ukraine are also likely to increase their threat assessments.

Advice

Avoid the area. Follow local travel and security advice. Plan for increased security at embassies and other diplomatic premises in Madrid, and allow extra time for travel in diplomatic areas. Confirm appointments.