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mysterious die-off

Some 170 Endangered Seals Found Dead on Russia's Caspian Coast

Authorities previously reported the death of nearly 300 endangered seals on Dagestan's Caspian shore in December.

unwelcome visage

Russia’s Last Stalin Avenue Removes Dictator’s Bust Days After Installation

The monument, put up by local Communist Party members, ignited deep-seated divisions over Stalin's legacy.

DISPATCHES FROM DAGESTAN

Confined By the Pandemic, Russian Tourists Flock to Dagestan

With foreign holidays ruled out, Russians are warming to a mountainous Caucasian region that, until recently, was seen as dangerous and backward.

DISPATCHES FROM DAGESTAN

‘How Can We Survive When the Land Is Gone?’ In Dagestan, a Proud People Fights the Desert

Desertification, driven by climate change, is destroying the Nogai people’s grasslands and livelihoods.

unknown whereabouts

2 Navalny Allies Missing Day After Opening Regional Office

The office's opening follows an abandoned attempt earlier this year, when the then-regional campaign manager was assaulted.

Battle of Morality

Dagestan Court Rules in Mother’s Favor in Controversial Custody Case

Nina Tseretilova was initially deemed unfit for custody due to her appearance with short, dyed hair, piercings and tattoos.

'urgent' action

Russian Army Deploys Field Hospitals in Virus-Hit Dagestan

The top cleric in the majority-Muslim region last week described the virus crisis in Dagestan as a "catastrophe."

exercising influence

Russian MMA Star Khabib Urges 'Discipline' Amid Dagestan Virus Outbreak

The coronavirus situation in Nurmagomedov's home region has been described as a "catastrophe" by officials.

Russian Journalists Wage Solidarity Campaign for Colleague Jailed on Terrorism Charges

“We believe that journalists shouldn’t be kept in jail and tried for their professional activity,” speakers said in a video address.

Activists Condemn Arrest of Journalist in Russia’s Dagestan Amid Torture Claims

Abdulmumin Gadzhiyev was arrested on June 14 on charges of financing terrorism.

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Chechen Leader Threatens to Break Fingers, Tear Out Tongues of Online Critics

Chechen police "will come and knock on the doors" of anyone who insults Chechnya, Kadyrov said.

Dagestan’s Last Tightrope Walkers: A Photo Essay

A teacher keeps an ancient tradition alive in Russia's North Caucasus.

Dagestan Cancels K-Pop Supergroup BTS’ ‘Gay’ Movie

A major movie theater in Dagestan has canceled ticket sales for the new BTS movie one day after its launch.

Anime Festival Canceled in Russia’s Dagestan After 'Debauchery' Claims

“A festival of gays and transvestites isn’t far off in this city,” a local comedian reportedly wrote on social media.

opinion Karim Zidan

How Khabib’s Dagestani Identity Dominated UFC 229 (Op-ed)

For those from the North Caucasus, Conor McGregor’s actions demanded retribution.

10 Injured in Bus Collision with Cow in Russia’s Dagestan

The GAZel minibus was carrying 16 people from the Dagestani capital of Makhachkala to the city of Khasavyurt.

Dagestan Hosts Sheep Beauty Queen Contest

“The jury faced a truly difficult task: To pick the most worthy candidate for the ‘Most Beautiful Sheep’ title out of 10 decorated and fairly good-looking...

Russia Says Nine Militants Plotting Dagestan Attack Killed After Gun Battle

The militants opened fire after being ordered to lay down their arms and were shot dead.

Russian Human Rights Activist Attacked in Dagestan

“He was struck on the head from behind. They knocked him out and continued beating him," Memorial's lawyer said.

opinion Nabi Abdullaev

The Kremlin's Reshuffles and Arrests Alone Won’t Clean Up Dagestan (Op-ed)

The Kremlin looks unlikely to replace Dagestan's clannish government with an improved law enforcement and judiciary

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