IED

IED event in Russian Federation on Tue 9th June 2026

9th June 2026

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On 9 June 2026, an explosive device detonated a car in Balashikha (Balashikha, Moscow Oblast), killing 1 Russian Colonel in charge of missile and artillery ammunition supply. The attack also damaged 2 vehicles. The explosive device had a yield of 300-400 grams in TNT equivalent and was planted under the driver's seat. The explosion took place in a neighborhood designated for military personnel.

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