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regional resistance

Dagestan Anti-Mobilization Protests Rage for Second Day

Hundreds of people in the republic of Dagestan protested against President Vladimir Putin’s “partial” mobilization for the war in Ukraine...

laying down arms

300 North Caucasus Soldiers Refuse Ukraine Deployment – Activists

The soldiers came from the republic of Dagestan, which has one of the highest military death tolls in Russia's invasion.

School Yard Protest

Student Makes Public Apology for ‘Devil Putin’ Anti-War Cry

Some fear that the on-camera apology may have been forced.

SECRET LOCATION

Russian Police Detain, Return Dagestani Women Fleeing Abuse

Rights groups say two women are in danger after authorities took them from a women’s refuge center and returned them to their families.

'Neutralized' threat

Russia Says 2 Militants Killed in Anti-Terror Raid

The militants were killed when they opened fire after being told to surrender, Russian counter-terror forces said.

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.

Kadyrov's instagram

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.

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