According to Novaya Gazeta Evropa, the Chechen leader's eldest son, Akhmat Kadyrov, is considered the leading candidate to become the republic's next leader, displacing his younger brother, Adam. The alleged reason for this change was an accident involving 18-year-old Adam Kadyrov, which forced his father to seek medical attention in Moscow.

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze reported on a telephone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, noting the importance of renewing bilateral relations between the countries.

Several regions of the Caucasus were hit by record-breaking rainfall in the form of prolonged downpours. The situation was exacerbated by abnormally warm weather and intense snowmelt in the mountainous regions. Learn more in our video.

Since the outbreak of hostilities in Iran, Azerbaijan has accepted over 3,100 evacuees. These include 551 Azerbaijani citizens, 354 Russian citizens, 19 Georgian citizens, and 728 Chinese citizens.