Celebratory days marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory in Moscow may entail potential limitations.
During the upcoming Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, be prepared for some changes! From May 7 to 9, the city will be buzzing with events commemorating the 80th anniversary of Victory. Expect several top-tier international delegations to make their way to Moscow, resulting in restricted public transport and potentially disrupted mobile internet services.
In light of these celebrations, it's been reported that there could be temporary road closures around the city, though specifics are yet to be revealed[1]. The airports - Vnukovo, Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo, and Zhukovsky - may experience some flight suspensions starting on May 6[3][4]. While Sheremetyevo is managing to maintain partial operations, broader airport restrictions might persist throughout the commemorative period[4].
To ensure security during the parades, Moscow authorities plan to implement mobile internet shutdowns on May 7 (8:00–12:30) and May 9 (8:00–14:00)[5]. This means that 3G voice calls will be the only remaining service—meaning no mobile apps, including ride-hailing services[5]. These measures come alongside earlier warnings about communication restrictions[2].
Other security measures in place include handling potential drone threats due to Ukraine-related concerns[2][4], extended safety precautions for the presence of global leaders from China, Belarus, Venezuela, and Brazil[2][4], and cautions issued by Kyiv advising against visiting Moscow during the festivities, due to safety concerns[4].
Stay tuned for more updates about these events in Moscow! Keep an eye on official information sources for further details regarding the restrictions and disruptions.
[1] Source: RIA.ru 1
[2] Source: RIA.ru 2
[3] Source: FlightRadar24.com
[4] Source: BBC News
[5] Source: TASS
- International delegations are expected to announce their arrivals in Moscow from May 7 to 9, during the general news-worthy Victory Day celebrations.
- Despite the upcoming events, Moscow's frontpage will witness several changes, including temporary road closures, potential airport suspensions, and mobile internet shutdowns on specific dates.
- On May 7 and 9, between certain hours, only 3G voice calls will be available in Moscow, rendering mobile apps, including ride-hailing services, inaccessible due to security measures.
- The need for security during the parades involves handling potential drone threats, extended safety precautions for global leaders from various countries, and cautions issued against visiting Moscow by Kyiv due to safety concerns.
