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Georgian-Azerbaijani "exchange": Tbilisi extradited an opposition journalist to Baku ahead of Aliyev's visit
7 April 2026

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev's visit to Tbilisi was accompanied by statements about a strategic partnership, but drew criticism from the opposition and human rights activists.

Ichkeria added to list of terrorist organizations and banned in Russia
Politics
Ichkeria added to list of terrorist organizations and banned in Russia
7 April 2026

A court in Grozny has designated the Chechen Republic of Ichkeria as a terrorist organization and banned the activities of "the Chechen Republic of Ichkeria and 29 of its branches in 14 European countries" in Russia.

Samvel Karapetyan criticized Pashinyan for his confrontation with Russia
Politics
Samvel Karapetyan criticized Pashinyan for his confrontation with Russia
7 April 2026

Russian billionaire and leader of the Strong Armenia party, Samvel Karapetyan, warned of the threat of economic war with Russia and the "collapse of the Armenian economy" if the current government wins the upcoming parliamentary elections on June 7. He criticized Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan for his "unreasonable and shameful" behavior in relations with Russia, accusing the Armenian government of turning the country into an "arena of geopolitical confrontation."

Kadyrov Receives Medal
Society
Kadyrov Receives Medal "For Contribution to the Development of Science"
7 April 2026

President of the Chechen Academy of Sciences Dzhambulat Umarov presented the head of the republic, Ramzan Kadyrov, with the medal "For Contribution to the Development of Science." During the meeting, the regional leader heard a report on the results of research devoted to historical figures in Chechnya and the development of the Chechen language.

The flood death toll in Dagestan has risen; Putin
Ecology
The flood death toll in Dagestan has risen; Putin "received reports on the situation in the republic" the day before
7 April 2026

The death toll from the massive flooding in Dagestan, triggered by heavy rainfall, has reached seven. The Investigative Committee has opened two criminal cases for causing death by negligence (Article 109 of the Russian Criminal Code).

An Ingush native convicted in the Crocus City Hall terrorist attack attempted suicide
Society
An Ingush native convicted in the Crocus City Hall terrorist attack attempted suicide
6 April 2026

Ingush native Dzhabrail Aushev, sentenced to life in prison for illegal arms and ammunition trafficking in the Crocus City Hall terrorist attack, attempted suicide in the Krasnaya Presnya transit prison. Doctors managed to save him.

Baku and Tbilisi Deepen Cooperation: Aliyev Visits Georgia
Politics
Baku and Tbilisi Deepen Cooperation: Aliyev Visits Georgia
6 April 2026

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, who is currently visiting Georgia, met with Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. Following the talks, the leaders made press statements.

Flood-related landslides continue in some areas of Chechnya
Ecology
Flood-related landslides continue in some areas of Chechnya
6 April 2026

A 200-meter-long landslide occurred in the village of Ilskhan-Yurt in the Kurchaloy District of the Chechen Republic. Eight houses were damaged. Round-the-clock monitoring of residential buildings continues, according to a district administration representative.

The North Caucasus Federal District Republics Are the Bottom of the Rural Salary Rankings
Economy
The North Caucasus Federal District Republics Are the Bottom of the Rural Salary Rankings
6 April 2026

Five republics of the North Caucasus Federal District (NCFD) rank last in the national rankings for provincial salaries.

Azerbaijan's Ministry of Emergency Situations: Mudflows, Avalanches, and Heavy Rainfall – High Alert Declared Until April 7
Ecology
Azerbaijan's Ministry of Emergency Situations: Mudflows, Avalanches, and Heavy Rainfall – High Alert Declared Until April 7
6 April 2026

Due to deteriorating weather conditions, which have led to mudflows and avalanches in several regions of Azerbaijan, the Ministry of Emergency Situations urges the public to remain vigilant. The likelihood of hazardous events remains high until April 7. Citizens are strongly advised to immediately move to higher ground if a threat arises.