An unusual incident unfolded at Koltsovo airport when traffic police, who had flown in from Makhachkala for a routine firearms check, found that a pistol and a compact machine gun were missing after the baggage screening. Telegram channel Ural Mash reported that the officers had traveled back from a business trip with Ural Airlines and were allowed three items of luggage to transport firearms, specifically a Makarov pistol, a shortened AKS-74 rifle, and the matching ammunition. Upon arrival, the officers discovered only the ammunition in their possession; the pistol and the AKS-74U were nowhere to be found, and airport staff could not explain their current whereabouts. The episode raised immediate concerns about potential misrouting or misplacement of weapons during transit and prompted a formal inquiry to determine how items could vanish after a security check.
Subsequent inquiries by law enforcement revealed that the Prime Minister’s AKS-74U firearm, along with related equipment, had been accidentally sent to Moscow’s Domodedovo airport instead of remaining at Koltsovo. The misdirection appears to involve an error in labeling or handling during the transfer process, and investigators are working to uncover how the mistake happened and where the items are now located. Officials stressed that safety protocols were activated and efforts are underway to recover the weapons and ensure they are accounted for in a controlled and secure manner.
Alongside this event, customs authorities in Buryatia reported a separate and striking discovery that drew attention to public safety concerns. In a vehicle checked by customs, a cluster of massage pens intended for acupressure activities contained a radiation background measurement that was 85 times higher than typical background levels. This finding points to a surprising and potentially hazardous source of radiation in consumer devices and underscores the need for rigorous screening and regulatory oversight for items imported and transported across regions. The incident has prompted calls for a thorough assessment of similar devices and the creation of clear guidelines to prevent exposure risks to the public while still allowing legitimate wellness products to circulate under strict safety standards.
In a related policy note, discussions in the State Duma recently centered on the applicability and potential adoption of a Japanese approach to addressing drunk driving in Russia. Parliamentarians weighed the merits of incorporating proven strategies from other countries as part of a broader effort to improve road safety. The conversations highlighted an ongoing commitment to exploring effective methods, ensuring that any adopted measures fit within national regulatory frameworks and public health objectives. The dialogue reflects a broader trend of cross‑border learning in road safety policy, paired with careful consideration of domestic implementation, enforcement, and cultural context.