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RU| 48 hours| As of February 13, 2026 9:09 PM ET

Intelligence brief with current situational awareness, incidents, local resources, and operational security guidance.

HIGH RISKCountry risk level

Advisory-derived, not city-specific.

Informational purposes only. Verify critical details with official sources. Not for emergencies.

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Sections

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Priority actions

1Avoid demonstrations and large gatherings; follow instructions from local authorities and security personnel (U.S. advisory: avoid protests).
2Limit use or carriage of electronic devices for sensitive data; assume local monitoring of communications (per U.S. travel advisory).
3Expect metro and road disruptions — allow extra travel time and check local transport updates before leaving.
4If using public transit, be aware of reports of an unknown sprayed substance in the metro; seek medical attention if you experience symptoms (see source).
5Monitor official news and embassy guidance closely; U.S. Department of State advises U.S. citizens to depart Russia where possible.

What's happening now

Feb 14: Individuals arrested and charged in connection with a shooting; one suspect to be charged in absentia — indicates active terrorism/criminal investigations.
Feb 14: FSB reported detention of a repeat offender who allegedly planned an attack on a police station — shows ongoing counterterrorism operations.
Feb 14: A man accused of spraying an unknown substance in a Moscow metro carriage was extradited to Russia; incident involved passenger exposure and criminal investigation.
Feb 14: Traffic on the MKAD (94 km, near exit 93A) was restricted and the exit closed due to a road accident; emergency services on site.

Update 1
Feb 14
Feb 14: Individuals arrested and charged in connection with a shooting; one suspect to be charged in absentia — indicates active terrorism/criminal investigations.
Feb 14: Individuals arrested and charged in connection with a shooting; one suspect to be charged in absentia — indicates active terrorism/criminal investigations.
Update 2
Feb 14
Feb 14: FSB reported detention of a repeat offender who allegedly planned an attack on a police station — shows ongoing counterterrorism operations.
Feb 14: FSB reported detention of a repeat offender who allegedly planned an attack on a police station — shows ongoing counterterrorism operations.

Weather Snapshot

Current

33.7°F

0.9°C

Overcast

Wind 5.4 mph / 8.7 km/h

Outlook

Feb 14

- Slight Rain

High

34.9°F

1.6°C

Low

33.2°F

0.7°C

Feb 15

- Slight Snow

High

33.1°F

0.6°C

Low

5.8°F

-14.6°C

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Upcoming

Overcast

2026-02-16–20: colder with overcast and periods of slight snow (temperatures falling to single digits °F / -12 to -16°C).

Forecast available for 3 days.

Travel Impact

Expect slushy/icy roads and slower surface transport, possible localized transit delays; dress for cold and wet conditions and allow extra travel time.

Contacts & Sources

Data sources, coverage notes, and methodology references.

As of February 13, 2026 9:09 PM ET

Data sources

The Moscow Times — Men Arrested in Shooting of GRU General Charged With Terrorism (2026-02-13)
Channel One — Новый циклон принес в Москву метель и потепление (2026-02-13)
Channel One — В Удмуртии сотрудники ФСБ задержали рецидивиста, который планировал теракт в отделении полиции (2026-02-12)
Moscow Agency — Черногория передала РФ мужчину, распылившего неизвестное вещество в метро Москвы (2026-02-13)
Moscow Agency — Движение на МКАД в районе Ярославского шоссе ограничено из-за аварии (2026-02-13)
Moscow Agency — Один человек погиб и трое пострадали в аварии на Брестском шоссе в ТиНАО (2026-02-12)

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The Moscow Times — Ukrainian Drone Attack Sparks Fire at Lukoil Refinery in Republic of Komi (2026-02-12)

The Moscow Times — Men Arrested in Shooting of GRU General Charged With Terrorism (2026-02-13)Channel One — Новый циклон принес в Москву метель и потепление (2026-02-13)Channel One — В Удмуртии сотрудники ФСБ задержали рецидивиста, который планировал теракт в отделении полиции (2026-02-12)Moscow Agency — Черногория передала РФ мужчину, распылившего неизвестное вещество в метро Москвы (2026-02-13)Moscow Agency — Движение на МКАД в районе Ярославского шоссе ограничено из-за аварии (2026-02-13)Moscow Agency — Один человек погиб и трое пострадали в аварии на Брестском шоссе в ТиНАО (2026-02-12)The Moscow Times — Ukrainian Drone Attack Sparks Fire at Lukoil Refinery in Republic of Komi (2026-02-12)

Data coverage & methodology

Local Moscow news outlets and national broadcasters covering security incidents, traffic accidents, an extradition related to a metro incident, and a winter cyclone; items dated 2026-02-12 to 2026-02-13.

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