Police in Moscow carried out mass raids in the Kitay-Gorod area and detained more than 200 people, including minors, local authorities said. The actions took place near Kitay-Gorod and by the Metro station of the same name. Police said the detentions were part of “preventive measures.” Detained people were taken to police stations in vans, with administrative protocols reportedly drawn up on charges including drinking alcohol in public places and refusing to cooperate with officers. Some of those detained told Telegram channels that during transport, men over 18 were allegedly offered to sign a contract for military service. The same channels reported that summons notices to military enlistment offices were also handed out at police stations, including to people who had a deferment from conscription due to studies. The latest status of the detainees after the raids was not provided, but the police described the operation as preventive measures and the report says administrative protocols were issued.