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122 Sentenced for Makhachkala Airport Riots in Dagestan

6/29/2025

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In Dagestan, a wave of justice has struck as 122 individuals face 7 to 10 years in prison for their roles in the chaotic riots at Makhachkala airport. The unrest erupted following a flight from Israel on October 29, 2023, leaving over 20 injured. Many defendants insist they were mere onlookers, caught in the turmoil.

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Story summary

In Dagestan, a wave of justice has struck as 122 individuals face 7 to 10 years in prison for their roles in the chaotic riots at Makhachkala airport. The unrest erupted following a flight from Israel on October 29, 2023, leaving over 20 injured. Many defendants insist they were mere onlookers, caught in the turmoil.