Russia . A US embassy employee based in Moscow attempted to travel from Russia to the UK with the Russian mortar. The device was spotted after traces of explosives were detected on the mortar.
However, it caused no harm to any travellers or staff.The diplomat was due to fly to Heathrow on Aeroflot flight SU2578 when his luggage raised attention and was confiscated.
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