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In Dagestan, divers were involved in the search for an athlete from North Ossetia
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In Dagestan, divers were involved in the search for an athlete from North Ossetia
Published: 13 February 2024

Divers and boat crews joined the search for the missing athlete from North Ossetia Anna Tsomartova in Kaspiysk, which continues for the third day. Police officers, the Ministry of Emergency Situations and volunteers are also looking for her, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Dagestan reported.
An athlete from North Ossetia disappeared on the seashore in Dagestan after losing a tournament
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An athlete from North Ossetia disappeared on the seashore in Dagestan after losing a tournament
Published: 11 February 2024

The Dagestan police duty station received a message from a 43-year-old resident of North Ossetia. She reported that her 22-year-old daughter Anna Tsomartova in Kaspiysk left the Sports Palace named after. A. Aliyeva never returned.
The mayor of Novokuznetsk announced the construction of a monument to Stalin
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The mayor of Novokuznetsk announced the construction of a monument to Stalin
Published: 9 February 2024

The mayor of Novokuznetsk, Sergei Kuznetsov, said in an interview that the city administration is looking for a place to erect a monument to the former USSR Secretary General Joseph Stalin. “There are people whom Stalin offended or destroyed. But overall, he did a lot,” Kuznetsov said.
Observers noted many violations in the presidential elections in Azerbaijan
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Observers noted many violations in the presidential elections in Azerbaijan
Published: 9 February 2024

Serious violations were recorded during the voting and counting of votes in the presidential elections in Azerbaijan on February 7. Among them are ballot stuffing, voters arriving in groups, and unregistered voters voting. This is stated in the preliminary conclusion of the joint observation mission of the OSCE and OSCE/ODIHR.
Kadyrov's son received a sports award for winning a special forces competition in which he did not participate
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Kadyrov's son received a sports award for winning a special forces competition in which he did not participate
Published: 8 February 2024

16-year-old Adam Kadyrov received an award for winning a competition in Dubai (UAE), in which he did not participate. The UAE SWAT Challenge 2024 took place from February 3 to 7. At the end of the fourth day, the Akhmat team of the special police regiment of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for the Chechen Republic won.
Presidential elections in Azerbaijan present difficulties for observers and journalists
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Presidential elections in Azerbaijan present difficulties for observers and journalists
Published: 7 February 2024

At many polling stations during voting in the presidential elections in Azerbaijan, journalists are prohibited from filming and observers are removed. This was reported by a number of local media.
Kadyrov donated a car and paid cash bonuses to all imams of Chechnya
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Kadyrov donated a car and paid cash bonuses to all imams of Chechnya
Published: 7 February 2024

All 309 imams of Chechnya received a LADA Granta car and 100 thousand rubles from the Kadyrov Foundation. The charity event was organized in honor of the night of the ascension of the Prophet Muhammad. According to the most minimal estimates, the gifts could cost 247 million rubles.
Presidential elections have started in Azerbaijan
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Presidential elections have started in Azerbaijan
Published: 7 February 2024

On February 7, early presidential elections are being held in Azerbaijan. The election campaign of candidates began on January 15. The Central Election Commission has registered seven candidates for the presidency.
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Azerbaijan has banned 31 Turkish citizens from entering the country, including Fatih Erbakan, leader of the New Welfare Party, MP Ömer Faruk Gergerlioğlu, journalists and religious figures. Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry said the decision was prompted by their online publications, which it assessed as containing calls for the violent overthrow of the government and incitement to religious hatred. The ban marks another stage in the deterioration of relations between the two countries, which began after a diplomatic walkout at the UN General Assembly and intensified over restrictions on the wearing of hijabs in Azerbaijani schools.
In Dagestan, those affected by the spring flooding fear their homes will be demolished
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In Dagestan, those affected by the spring flooding fear their homes will be demolished
21 October 2026

In Makhachkala, residents of areas hit by spring flooding fear losing their homes: authorities are pushing for the demolition of structures located within riverbeds, while families are demanding a review of the legality of such demolitions and clarity regarding promised aid. Following negotiations with the residents, the city administration has pledged to evaluate each case individually.
Zamid Chalaev threatens to shoot people ‘without trial or investigation’ for helping suspected extremists
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Zamid Chalaev threatens to shoot people ‘without trial or investigation’ for helping suspected extremists
21 October 2026

Zamid Chalaev, commander of the Akhmat Kadyrov Special Police Regiment, has threatened residents of Chechnya with arrest and the use of firearms for helping people whom the authorities consider to be involved in extremist and terrorist activities. He made the threats in a post on his Instagram account.
Residents of North Ossetia and Chechnya urge against inciting interethnic conflict following the wounding of Islamov
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Residents of North Ossetia and Chechnya urge against inciting interethnic conflict following the wounding of Islamov
20 October 2026

Following the wounding of Chechen MMA fighter Ibragim Islamov—known by the nickname "Nikarkho"—residents of Chechnya and North Ossetia have been discussing the circumstances of the incident. While accounts of what transpired vary, many public figures, bloggers, and social media users are urging against framing the conflict in terms of interethnic tensions.