SENTINEL — Global Incident and Threat MonitorBetav1.1.29
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Country briefing

Russia

Part of Eastern Europe & Russia, which is at High relative threat (index 94/100). US Level 4: Do Not Travel

  • 4 incidents
  • 0 severe (4–5)
  • 1 suspected terrorism
  • 1 deaths reported*

In the last 72 hours. *Sum of the highest figure cited per incident in publisher reports; tolls are often revised and may double count.

Official travel advice

UK Foreign Office

Updated information about drone attacks leading to short-notice restrictions on airspace use and airport operations (‘Warnings and insurance’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

Updated 18 Sept 2026

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US State Department

US Level 4: Do Not Travel

Advisory dated 29 Dec 2025

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SENTINEL's threat levels compare news activity between regions; they are not travel advice. Always read the full official advice before you travel.

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Incidents in Russia

Suspected terrorismMoscow, Russia

Ukraine critic injured in Moscow car bombing, Russia says (opens The Washington Post in a new tab)

Sergei Zavorotny, previously an aide to Ukrainian Prime Minister Mykola Azarov, became a pro-Kremlin commentator in Russia.

The Washington PostCentre-leftSeverity 3/5Single outlet
1 source + 4 social posts