WorldRussian General Alexander Chayko appears to have been target of Moscow restaurant bombing

An explosion struck a high-rise on Moscow’s Barrikadnaya Street on August 1 while a private gathering was taking place at the Balzi Rossi restaurant inside. Russia’s National Anti-Terrorism Committee said three people died and more than 20 were injured. The device was reportedly brought in by a courier, who was killed along with a security guard who had barred her from entering. A sign reading “Alexander, 55,” event footage and pro-government Telegram reports suggest the gathering celebrated Aerospace Forces commander Colonel General Alexander Chayko’s birthday. He therefore appears to have been the intended target.

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