Category: North Caucasus Monitor

Adverse weather conditions affected nearly all republics of the North Caucasus at the end of March, with the most severe flooding seen in Dagestan, impacting hundreds of residents. At the same time, the war in Ukraine continues to influence the region, with Chechnya actively involved in deploying new groups of fighters to the conflict zone.…

Introduction The past two weeks coincided with the month of Ramadan in the North Caucasus, a period during which the republics placed greater emphasis on spiritual life. This was marked, among other developments, by the opening of a new mosque in the Republic of Adygea. Another significant event was the commemoration of the deportation of…

The holy month of Ramadan has begun across the Muslim-populated republics of the North Caucasus. In each of these regions, local administrations and official Muslim spiritual boards have taken an active role in organising events and public initiatives connected to the observance of the fast. As in previous years, however, the start of Ramadan has…

Introduction The most significant development in the North Caucasus over the past two weeks has been the reports concerning the alleged car crash and injury involving Adam Kadyrov, son of Chechnya’s leader. These events have further intensified speculation regarding Ramzan Kadyrov’s health and the broader question of succession in the republic. Despite several Ukrainian drone…

Introduction Among the key events of the past two weeks in the North Caucasus was the circulation of rumors about a car accident involving Ramzan Kadyrov’s son, Adam Kadyrov. Despite the absence of any confirmation from official sources, these rumors once again brought the issue of power succession in Chechnya to the fore. In addition,…

Introduction The past two weeks in the Caucasus were relatively calm, with no major terrorist incidents or Ukrainian drone strikes reported. Muslim-majority republics are preparing for the month of Ramadan, while winter weather has caused disruptions in several regions. The absence of major events can largely be explained by the New Year holidays across Russia.…

Introduction The past two weeks in the North Caucasus have been marked by frequent Ukrainian drone attacks, affecting almost all republics in the region. However, no significant damage to infrastructure has been reported. The local economy continues to be shaped by the war in Ukraine, and regional authorities remain engaged in informal competition over the…

Introduction The first half of December was marked by Ramzan Kadyrov’s expressed willingness to run in the 2026 election for the post of Head of Chechnya. Despite persistent rumours regarding his health, he continues to project an image of himself as a capable and active leader. The North Caucasus has also been targeted by Ukrainian…

Introduction Over the past two weeks, the Caucasus has seen a number of notable developments. The case of Larisa Tuptsokova remains ongoing, and Georgian activists have signed a petition in her support. The court proceedings against Akhmad Batlukhsky in Dagestan also continue. There were several Ukrainian drone attacks in the region, the most significant of…

Introduction Over the past two weeks, the North Caucasus has seen relatively low levels of activity. Even so, several noteworthy developments occurred. The most significant was the commemoration of the Karachai people’s deportation – a reminder that historical memory remains central for the Karachais, who were forcibly displaced under the Stalinist regime. During this fortnight,…