{
  "id": 41127,
  "title": "Moscow restaurant blast a 'brutal terror attack,' mayor says",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/moscow-restaurant-blast-a-brutal-terror-attack-mayor-says",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-02T11:39:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "DW News",
    "slug": "dw-news",
    "url": "https://www.dw.com/en/moscow-restaurant-blast-a-brutal-terror-attack-mayor-says/a-78205022?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "An explosion at a restaurant in central Moscow on Saturday night claimed at least three lives, including the suspected bomber, authorities reported. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin termed the incident as a \"brutal terrorist attack,\" while law enforcement agencies are currently investigating the incident. The Russian Anti-Terrorism Committee stated that a woman armed with a homemade explosive device attempted to breach the restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square but was prevented by a security guard. The blast occurred at the restaurant entrance, resulting in the death of the woman, the guard, and a restaurant patron. At least 21 others sustained injuries from the explosion, which took place just before 8 p.m. local time. The restaurant was reportedly closed on Saturday for a private gathering. Heavily armed law enforcement arrived at the scene and commenced an investigation. The identities of those believed responsible for the attack have not yet been disclosed. Russia has witnessed numerous attacks since the onset of the war in Ukraine in 2022, attributing several assassinations and attempted killings to Kyiv. However, no comment has been made by Russian officials regarding any potential Ukrainian involvement in the Kudrinskaya Square blast.",
  "summary": "A blast at a Moscow restaurant on Kudrinskaya Square on Saturday evening has been described as a \"brutal terrorist act\" by Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. According to Russian state media, the explosion killed three people: a security guard, a guest, and the woman who carried the explosive device. At least 21 others were wounded in the attack.\n\nThe National Anti-Terrorism Committee said the woman attempted to enter the Italian restaurant, Balzi Rossi, but was stopped by the security guard. The homemade explosive device then detonated. The restaurant was holding a private function at the time.\n\nThe authorities have not disclosed who they believe was the target of the attack or who was responsible. The incident is still under investigation by the Moscow Investigative Committee.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}