US Embassy Warns of Imminent Attack by Extremists in Moscow

The US Embassy in Russia has urged its citizens to avoid large gatherings in Moscow due to reports of extremists planning an imminent attack. The embassy, which has repeatedly encouraged Americans to leave Russia immediately, provided no further details about the nature of the threat but advised staying away from gatherings and remaining vigilant. In a message on its website, the embassy stated that it is "monitoring reports that extremists have imminent plans to target large gatherings in Moscow, such as concerts, and American citizens are advised to avoid large gatherings during the next forty-eight hours."