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Kremlin Plays Down South Ossetia Leader's Call to Join Russia

The president of the breakaway region of Georgia said he would seek to join Russia via a referendum on unity.

'age-old dream'

South Ossetia Leader Wants Public Debate on Joining Russia

The breakaway region is internationally recognized as part of Georgia but hosts Russian military bases.

Armenia, Georgia Battle Over Yogurt

The move has reignited long-standing who-did-it-first tensions that flare up frequently between the two ancient neighbors.

'most difficult conditions'

5 Climbers Die on Russia’s Mount Elbrus

A blizzard struck a group of 19 climbers at an altitude of over 5,000 meters.

'infuriating and upsetting'

Russia Failed to Properly Investigate Activist Estemirova's Murder, ECHR Rules

Natalia Estemirova's 2009 murder had shocked Russian civil society and triggered an international outcry.

If You Love Cinema, Keep Your Eye on Kira Kovalenko

The director spoke about her film, her mentors and her Caucasus.

whereabouts unknown

Chechen Domestic Violence Victim Faces ‘Killing’ After Police Raid Women’s Shelter – Reports

Khalimat Taramova reportedly faced threats and beatings at home because of her sexual orientation.

As the Caspian Sea Disappears, Life Goes on for Those Living by Its Shores

Scientists predict the world’s largest inland sea will shrink by a quarter due to climate change by the end of the century.

North Caucasus Man Detained for Barbecue at WWII Eternal Flame

“No need for coal,” the man can be heard saying in video footage.

terrorist attack

Suicide Bombing in Russia's North Caucasus Injures 6

Reports said the bomber detonated his device outside the regional Federal Security Service (FSB) headquarters.

keeping the peace

Main Points of Nagorno-Karabakh Peace Deal

The Russian-brokered deal ends weeks of heavy fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh.

collapsed truce

Azerbaijan Accuses Armenia of Deadly Missile Strike on Civilians

A U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreed at the weekend had unraveled within minutes on Monday.

regional broker

Russian Peacekeepers Should Monitor Nagorno-Karabakh Ceasefire – Lavrov

Lavrov made the proposal as new fighting erupted between the Caucasus rivals despite a Russia-brokered truce.

Armenia, Azerbaijan Clash Over Karabakh as Russia Urges Halt

Repeated clashes over the weekend have so far made a mockery of the truce deal brokered by Moscow.

seeking resolution

Moscow Hosts Armenia-Azerbaijan Talks as Fighting Continues

"We are moving towards a truce tonight or tomorrow but it's still fragile," French President Emmanuel Macron's office said.

regional clashes

Armenia Says Facing 'Decisive Moment' as Karabakh Fighting Intensifies

The number of fatalities on both sides has risen above 240 after nearly a week of fighting.

ongoing clashes

Karabakh Main City Struck as Armenia Says 'Ready' for Mediation

Fighting raged for a sixth day despite calls from Russia, the U.S. and France for a ceasefire.

caught in the crossfire

Two French Journalists Hurt in Nagorno-Karabakh Fighting

A reporter from Russian broadcaster TV Rain was also among the shelled journalists but was not injured.

international pressure

Putin, Macron Call for 'Complete' Halt to Karabakh Fighting – Kremlin

The two leaders said they were ready to intensify diplomatic efforts to help solve the conflict.

intense clashes

Armenia, Azerbaijan Reject Russia-Mediated Talks as Fighting Rages Over Karabakh

Armenia also said it is not planning to ask for intervention by a Russia-led military alliance.

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