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Russian Muslim Clergy Approves Botox Injections for Believers
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Russian Muslim Clergy Approves Botox Injections for Believers
12 August 2025

The Council of Ulema of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Russian Federation (SAM) has approved the use of botulinum toxin (better known as Botox) for cosmetic purposes for Muslims. This was reported by the press service of the organization.

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Dictionary "Islam in the North Caucasus" edited by the Spiritual Directorate of Muslims of the Russian Federation banned in Russia
12 August 2025

The Moscow City Court, following a lawsuit by the Moscow prosecutor's office, has recognized the dictionary "Islam in the North Caucasus" edited by Damir Mukhetdinov (SDM RF) as extremist.

Patriarch Kirill reproached Schema-Abbot Gabriel for attempting to provoke an
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Patriarch Kirill reproached Schema-Abbot Gabriel for attempting to provoke an "Orthodox-Islamic conflict"
17 June 2025

After a high-profile incident involving Schema-Abbot Gabriel and Deputy Chief of the Main Military-Political Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces Apti Alaudinov, Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Rus' condemned the priest for his words about Muslims. According to the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, these statements were nothing more than an attempt to provoke an "Orthodox-Islamic conflict." He also called for "driving away" all those who, under the pretext of protecting Russian culture and the church, agitate for a fight against Russian Muslims.

An additional day off for Eid al-Adha has been announced in the North Caucasus republics
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An additional day off for Eid al-Adha has been announced in the North Caucasus republics
3 June 2025

June 6, Friday, will be a day off in honor of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha. The corresponding announcements have been made in Dagestan, Chechnya, Ingushetia, Karachay-Cherkessia, and Kabardino-Balkaria. The republics have also identified the main sites for sacrifices.

Three non-working days declared in Chechnya in connection with the celebration of Eid al-Adha
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Three non-working days declared in Chechnya in connection with the celebration of Eid al-Adha
2 June 2025

June 6, 7 and 8, 2025 will be non-working days in Chechnya in honor of the holiday of Eid al-Adha (Eid al-Adha). This is stated in the decree of the head of the republic.

Grozny reacts to demolition of Chechen mosque in Dagestan
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Grozny reacts to demolition of Chechen mosque in Dagestan
24 May 2025

Complaints from Chechens living in the village of Leninaul in the Kazbekovsky district of Dagestan about the demolition of a historic mosque by the authorities will not go unnoticed. Theologians from the spiritual administrations of the North Caucasus will gather to discuss this issue, as well as the issue of returning homes to people evicted from these lands during Stalin's deportations. This was stated by the Mufti of Chechnya Salakh Mezhiyev.

Russian coat of arms without Orthodox crosses spotted at award ceremony for Kadyrov's son
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Russian coat of arms without Orthodox crosses spotted at award ceremony for Kadyrov's son
13 May 2025

During the award ceremony for 17-year-old Adam Kadyrov on the territory of the OMON unit "Akhmat-Grozny", Orthodox crosses disappeared from the coat of arms of the Russian Federation hanging on the wall. They were "removed" from the crowns.

In Stavropol, after the announcement, officials refused to impose fines for prayers in public places
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In Stavropol, after the announcement, officials refused to impose fines for prayers in public places
19 April 2025

The "International Association of Muslim Lawyers" (MAYUM) reported that the administration of the Andropovskogo district of the Stavropol region warned about the inadmissibility of performing prayers in public places. However, after the announcement, regional officials canceled the decision.

Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr
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Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr
30 March 2025

Today, Muslims of the North Caucasus, together with their fellow believers from other Russian regions and around the world, celebrate Eid al-Fitr. This is one of the most ancient Muslim holidays, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, during which believers fasted, abstaining from food, drink and worldly pleasures from sunrise to sunset.

Ingushetia announces two days off in honor of Eid al-Fitr
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Ingushetia announces two days off in honor of Eid al-Fitr
27 March 2025

In Ingushetia, March 31 and April 1 will be days off in connection with the celebration of the holiday of Eid al-Fitr. The corresponding decree was signed by the head of the republic, Makhmud-Ali Kalimatov.