Historical Events tagged with "moscow"

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Politics & Government

Boris Nemtsov Assassinated in Moscow

February 27th, 2015 10 years ago

Russian politician Boris Nemtsov was shot and killed while walking with his girlfriend in Moscow. He was a prominent critic of President Vladimir Putin and had recently spoken out against the Russian government's actions in Ukraine. The assassination took place near the Kremlin, raising concerns about political violence in Russia. As a public figure who opposed the regime, Nemtsov's murder shocked both locals and international observers.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Moscow Metro Train Derailment Causes Casualties

July 15th, 2014 10 years ago

A train derailment on the Moscow Metro resulted in at least 24 fatalities and over 160 injuries. The incident occurred during the evening rush hour, when a train was traveling between the Park Pobedy and Slavyansky Bulvar stations. Eyewitness reports detailed chaotic scenes as passengers were trapped, with rescue operations underway to evacuate those in need. The cause of the derailment was still under investigation, prompting questions about safety protocols and infrastructure integrity.

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Politics & Government

Russia and Crimea Sign Accession Treaty

March 18th, 2014 10 years ago

The parliaments of Russia and Crimea signed an accession treaty, formally integrating Crimea into the Russian Federation. This happened after a controversial referendum held in Crimea, where the majority voted for joining Russia. The move was met with significant international criticism and was viewed by many countries as a violation of Ukrainian sovereignty. The signing took place in Moscow, highlighting the speedy political maneuvers by the Russian government following the events in Crimea.

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Crime & Law

Hostage Situation at Moscow High School

February 3rd, 2014 11 years ago

A high school in Moscow, Russia, was the site of a tragic incident where two people were shot and killed during a hostage situation. On that day, armed individuals entered the school and took 29 students hostage. The situation escalated quickly, leading to chaos and fear within the school community. Authorities were alerted, and a response was initiated to resolve the situation and ensure the safety of the hostages. The incident stirred significant media attention and raised questions about school security in Russia.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Tatarstan Airlines Flight 363 crashes at Kazan Airport

November 17th, 2013 11 years ago

Tatarstan Airlines Flight 363, a Boeing 737-500, crashed during its landing approach to Kazan International Airport. The flight was arriving from Moscow with 50 people on board, and the crash resulted in the deaths of all passengers and crew members. Reports indicate that the aircraft encountered difficulties during landing before losing control and hitting the ground in a residential area. The investigation revealed that pilot error was a significant factor in the accident.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Tu-204 Airliner Crashes at Vnukovo Airport

December 29th, 2012 12 years ago

A Tupolev Tu-204 airliner crashed into a ditch after overshooting the runway at Vnukovo International Airport in Moscow, Russia, resulting in five fatalities and critically injuring three others. The incident occurred during landing, with the aircraft skidding off the runway and ending up between the airport's fence and the M3 highway. Rescue operations were promptly initiated in response to the crash.

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Crime & Law

Deadly Bombing at Domodedovo Airport in Moscow

January 24th, 2011 14 years ago

A suicide bomber detonated explosives in the arrivals hall of Moscow's Domodedovo Airport, leading to at least 35 fatalities and injuring around 180 individuals. The attack intensified concerns over security and terrorism in Russia, particularly given the possibility of links to extremist groups in the Caucasus region. This tragic incident drew widespread condemnation and heightened the sense of vulnerability in a major transportation hub.

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Crime & Law

Moscow Metro Suicide Bombings Cause Widespread Panic

March 29th, 2010 14 years ago

Two suicide bombers targeted the Moscow Metro during rush hour, detonating explosives at two different stations, Lubyanka and Park Kultury. The attack resulted in the deaths of 40 people, with over 100 others injured. The assailants reportedly had ties to extremist groups in the North Caucasus region. This coordinated attack highlighted vulnerabilities in Russia's security infrastructure and prompted widespread fear among the public, as well as a significant security response from government officials.

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Crime & Law

Nevsky Express Train Bombing Incident

November 27th, 2009 15 years ago

A bomb exploded on the Nevsky Express train traveling between Moscow and Saint Petersburg, causing a derailment that resulted in 28 fatalities and injuring 96 passengers. The attack was a significant act of terrorism attributed to separatist groups from the North Caucasus region. The train had roughly 350 passengers on board during the incident, which shocked the nation and raised concerns over railway security. Investigations followed, revealing the complexity of terrorist networks operating in Russia at the time.

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