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In Georgia Continue Rallies Against the Law on Foreign Agents»
Society
In Georgia Continue Rallies Against the Law on Foreign Agents»
7 March 2023

In Tbilisi, opponents of the law on foreign agents continue to protest. They have returned to the parliament building.
Today MPs have to make a decision to submit to the plenary session two bills on foreign agents - the Georgian and American versions. The legislature has strengthened security measures and restricted movement inside the building.

Rosstat: Kabardino-Balkaria became leader in wage growth
Economy
Rosstat: Kabardino-Balkaria became leader in wage growth
7 March 2023

In 2022, Kabardino-Balkaria recorded the greatest increase in real incomes compared to 2021.

In the Zaporozhye region, 21 settlements were subjected to shelling from the Russian side
Chronicle of Wars and Crimes
In the Zaporozhye region, 21 settlements were subjected to shelling from the Russian side
6 March 2023

In Zaporozhye, Russian occupiers shelled 21 settlements in 24 hours, causing destruction.

Crimean Tatar Political Prisoner Illegally Detained in Shizoh for Month
Human rights
Crimean Tatar Political Prisoner Illegally Detained in Shizoh for Month
6 March 2023

Political prisoner and father of many children from Crimea Server Zekiryaev has been held in a punishment cell for a month for unknown reasons. This was reported by his wife Zarema Zekiryaeva.

In Georgia, protest against the draft law on «foreign agents»
Human rights
In Georgia, protest against the draft law on «foreign agents»
6 March 2023

Another protest rally is taking place at the Parliament building in Tbilisi. People are opposed to the proposed law on foreign agents, which may restrict the rights of the media and non-profit organizations.

The North Caucasus has the least alcohol consumption
Society
The North Caucasus has the least alcohol consumption
6 March 2023

According to the results of 2022, the least alcohol consumption was found in the regions of the Northern Federal District. In Chechnya, 0.1 liters of strong alcohol were sold per capita, in Ingushetia, 0.5 liters, in Kabardino-Balkaria, 1 liter in North Ossetia, 1.1 liter in Dagestan, 1.5 liter in Karachay-Cherkessia.

Residents of the North Caucasus more often buy on the Internet equipment, furniture and clothing
Economy
Residents of the North Caucasus more often buy on the Internet equipment, furniture and clothing
6 March 2023

According to the results of 2022, the turnover of Internet trade in the regions of the North Caucasus Federal District amounted to 122.1 billion rubles. Compared to 2021, volumes increased by 30%.

Three Students from Ingushetia Wanted on Suspicion of Preparing a Terrorist Attack
Society
Three Students from Ingushetia Wanted on Suspicion of Preparing a Terrorist Attack
6 March 2023

The law enforcement agencies are looking for the Ingush Malgobek, three students of the Astrakhan State Medical Academy. At the end of February, the boys arrived in the republic and disappeared. According to the police, they can plan an attack.

Armenia accused Azerbaijan of provocation and terrorism
Politics
Armenia accused Azerbaijan of provocation and terrorism
6 March 2023

The shelling of the Karabakh police machine and the killing of three officers is a provocation and an act of terrorism planned by the highest leadership of Azerbaijan. This was stated by the Armenian Foreign Ministry.

The inhabitants of the North Caucasus can afford the least gasoline
Economy
The inhabitants of the North Caucasus can afford the least gasoline
6 March 2023

Residents of Dagestan, Chechnya, North Ossetia, Karachay-Cherkessia, Kabardino-Balkaria and Ingushetia can afford to buy from 580 to 650 liters of gasoline per month at their average salary. This is the worst indicator in the country, notes RIA Novosti.