The State Duma has tightened its security measures in the wake of the Crocus City Hall terrorist attack. Security teams now stand at checkpoints wearing bulletproof vests and armed with weapons. Access control has become stricter, and MPs can no longer issue passes for visitors on the spot. This update was reported by journalist Ksenia Sobchak on her Telegram channel, who used the moniker Bloody Lady to describe the moment and its aftermath.
Denis Parfenov, a deputy allied with the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, explained that any entry to the State Duma building must be requested on behalf of a committee. The new protocol emphasizes formalized authorization rather than ad hoc approvals, signaling a shift toward higher levels of oversight for anyone seeking access.
Foreign nationals are now allowed into the lower chamber only with the explicit permission of senior Duma officials. The duration and exact scope of these tightened rules remain unclear, leaving observers to wonder how long the heightened security will be in place.
Parfenov also highlighted that overall security has been reinforced in response to the incident. The changes reflect a broader effort to prevent similar threats and to reassure lawmakers, staff, and visitors alike.
On the evening of March 22, a terrorist attack occurred at the Moscow Crocus City Hall concert venue. Gunmen entered the hall before a picnic group’s performance and opened fire on the audience. Explosions followed, and a fire broke out in the venue. The Investigative Committee of Russia opened a criminal case under Article 205 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, which addresses terrorism and related offenses.
Additional materials later released a complete chronology of the Crocus City Hall attack, providing a detailed sequence of events that accompanied the investigation and subsequent security assessments. This chronology has been referenced to better understand the timeline and to inform future security planning within government facilities and public arenas.