A Russian drone factory director was badly hurt when his car exploded.

Vladimir Tkachuk was taken to the hospital after the explosion near Yekaterinburg. The cause of the explosion is not known.

The authorities have not commented yet.

Tkachuk led a factory that makes drones for the Russian military. He started a team to develop these drones.

The drones are simple and help protect against interference.

Russia has blamed Ukraine for attacks on military officials.

There was a bombing at a Moscow restaurant on Saturday. Five people were killed and 19 were hurt.

The Russian Foreign Ministry did not comment on the bombing. The mayor called it a terrorist act.

Some media outlets said the bombing targeted a Russian general. The general was said to be celebrating his birthday.

These claims have not been verified.

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