The Russia-Ukraine war · Humanitarian

Moscow police carry out checks in Kitay-Gorod; Meduza, citing Telegram channels, reports hundreds detained, minors possibly among them

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Moscow police carried out what they called preventive measures against public-order offences in the Kitay-Gorod area on the evening of 7 November, Fontanka reported. Meduza, citing Telegram channels, described a raid by security forces, reported hundreds detained and said minors may be among them.

When: 7 November 2026
Where: Moscow, Russia
What: other
Acting party: Government of Russia
Attribution: Acknowledged by the acting party. Moscow police said they carried out the measures.
In the record: Published 2026-11-08 01:39 UTC

Sources

Evidence Fontanka Media · Not yet classified origin: Moscow police press office statement, 7 Nov · published 2026-11-07 00:00 UTC
Where the claim was made Meduza Media · Independent origin: Telegram channel reports cited by Meduza, 7 Nov · published 2026-11-07 00:00 UTC

History

First recorded 8 Nov, 01:39 UTC, as reported (one origin only).

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