An ongoing security incident is unfolding at Volgograd International Airport after a letter containing bomb threats was received by multiple media outlets, triggering a formal response from local authorities and airport officials. The alert was confirmed by the press secretary for PJSC Volgograd International Airport, who explained that the message was directed to an online media outlet and forwarded to the authorities for assessment. Security teams moved promptly to initiate standard evacuation and screening procedures while preserving essential airport operations where possible.
Officials stated that the situation was being managed under established protocols for bomb-threat incidents. While specific details about passenger evacuation were not released publicly, airport representatives indicated that screening and coordination with police were underway to determine the credibility of the threat and to ensure passenger safety. The Volgograd airport’s live flight information system continued to display departing and arriving flights, and there were ongoing checks to confirm the status of all scheduled services as security measures were intensified.
In a related matter, on a separate occasion, authorities reported a threat in the New Moscow area involving a member of the armed forces. An unnamed individual, to whom the person is assigned, claimed responsibility for an imminent explosion at a military facility. Investigations quickly established that the threat had not been verified, and law enforcement units detained the caller to prevent any potential harm. The incident prompted precautionary measures by military command while the installation underwent a controlled assessment by security personnel to rule out any danger and to restore normal operations as swiftly as possible.
Earlier in the year, the Ostankino Tower venue witnessed a security alert that led to the temporary evacuation of visitors. Security teams executed standard evacuation procedures to maintain safety while authorities conducted a thorough sweep of the site and coordinated with relevant services to verify the absence of live threats and to resume normal access for the public.
Another item on the security docket involved a student in Moscow who arrived at an examination venue after consuming an energy drink that contained antidepressants, a combination that raised concerns for health and safety. Medical professionals managed the situation upon arrival, and officials coordinated to ensure the student received appropriate care and was able to proceed with or reschedule the exam as circumstances allowed. The incident underscored the importance of mental health support and safe medication practices in high-stress environments, particularly around important academic milestones.