Russian Violence In Dagestan Leaves 21 Dead In 3-Day Clash

Casualties from Russian Operation in Dagestan. Photo from World Bulletin

Armed Clashes Kill 21 In Russia's Dagestan -- Reuters

MAKHACHKALA, Russia (Reuters) - Russian security forces in the southern region of Dagestan on Saturday said they had ended an operation against militants after three days of clashes in which they said 21 people were killed.

At least four militants died overnight in the mainly Muslim region neighboring Chechnya, which has a tradition of rebellion against rule from Moscow.

Five policemen were killed since clashes started on Thursday and 12 other rebels were killed outside the regional capital of Makhachkala.

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More News On The Conflict In Dagestan

Dagestan clash leaves some police, militants dead -- AP
Russian violence in Dagestan leaves 21 dead in 3-day clash -- World Bulletin
Russian troops end Dagestan anti-rebel operation -- Euronews
Clashes end in Russia's Dagestan -- Al JAzeera
Security operation kills 12 militants in Russia's Dagestan -- China View
Militants and Security Forces Battle in Dagestan -- Jamestown Foundation

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