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Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Kyiv Independent
Ukraine's military claims to have conducted a drone strike on a key Russian petrochemical plant in Bashkortostan, which supplies the Russian military, causing a fire and potential disruption, though the claim has not been independently verified. The plant has previously been targeted and is involved in producing new chemical products for Russia.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Moscow Times
Ukrainian drones attacked an industrial facility in Bashkortostan, Russia, causing an explosion and partial collapse, while also striking a power substation in Kursk, as part of ongoing hostilities between Ukraine and Russia involving drone and missile attacks on energy infrastructure.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Moscow Times
An explosion at the Avangard chemical factory in Bashkortostan, Russia, resulted in three deaths and five injuries; the factory produces weapons and ammunition for the Ukraine conflict, and the cause of the blast is under investigation. The region has also been targeted by Ukrainian drones attacking energy infrastructure.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Ukrinform
An explosion occurred at a military plant in Sterlitamak, Bashkortostan, Russia, injuring five people, with the cause still unknown. The plant, involved in weapons, ammunition, and chemical production, experienced a blast within the Avangard industrial zone, raising concerns about safety and security.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
Anti-Kremlin protests have erupted in the remote region of Bashkortostan, Russia, following the imprisonment of activist Fail Alsynov. Russian police have arrested 45 people, and clashes between protesters and law enforcement have resulted in injuries. The protests, which have spread to the capital Ufa, are a sign of growing resentment towards the government, exacerbated by the invasion of Ukraine and mobilization of men into the army. These demonstrations pose a challenge to Vladimir Putin's efforts to showcase popular support for the war ahead of the upcoming presidential election.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Telegraph
Anti-Kremlin protests have erupted in the remote region of Bashkortostan, Russia, following the imprisonment of activist Fail Alsynov and plans for mine development by well-connected businessmen. Russian officials have warned of severe punishment for protesters, with clashes between riot police and demonstrators resulting in injuries. The protests, the largest since the Ukraine invasion, reflect growing resentment towards the government, particularly in light of mobilization efforts and central heating breakdowns. These developments pose challenges for Vladimir Putin as he prepares for the upcoming presidential election.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kyiv Post
Open protests and clashes with police have erupted in Russia's Republic of Bashkortostan, triggered by the sentencing of a nationalist to prison, with demands for his release and the leader's resignation. Some fear this unrest poses a threat to Moscow, while others believe that revolutions in Russia stem from a split in state leadership and a rapid deterioration in socio-economic conditions. However, it is doubted that the unrest will spread, as Russians lack the means and morale to fight, and tend to blame their problems on local figures while still supporting Putin.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Protests in Russia's Bashkortostan region have erupted over the imprisonment of activist Fail Alsynov, who advocated for minority rights and the preservation of the Bashkir language and culture. The discontent is directed at Bashkortostan head Radiy Khabirov, who filed the initial complaint against Alsynov, and is seen as implementing Moscow's policies aimed at destroying Bashkir identity and culture. The protests have exposed deeper layers of discontent within Russia's authoritarian system, exacerbated by the country's invasion of Ukraine and the perception that non-Russian ethnic groups have borne the heaviest burden of the fighting.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
Protests erupted in Ufa, the capital of Russia's Bashkortostan republic, after popular rights activist Fail Alsynov was sentenced to four years in jail. Hundreds of protesters gathered in support of Alsynov, with at least 10 people detained by police. The protests, which began in Baymak, saw clashes with authorities and accusations of inciting extremism. Alsynov, convicted of insulting migrants, denies the accusations and intends to appeal. The demonstrations highlight tensions over ethnic identity and migrant issues in the region.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Moscow Times
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Russia's Bashkortostan to protest the imprisonment of activist Fayil Alsynov, who was sentenced to four years in prison on charges of "inciting interethnic hatred," which he denies. The protests were met with a heavy police presence, resulting in the arrest of several participants. Additionally, the authorities have launched criminal cases and warned of severe penalties for those involved in earlier protests. Alsynov has been an activist for over 15 years, advocating for the rights of the indigenous Bashkir people, and maintains that his words were mistranslated from his native language of Bashkir into Russian.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Moscow Times
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in Russia's Bashkortostan to protest the imprisonment of activist Fayil Alsynov, who was sentenced to four years on charges of "inciting interethnic hatred." Riot police arrested several protesters, and the Interior Ministry launched criminal cases over earlier protests, warning participants of potential lengthy prison sentences. The Kremlin downplayed the protests, while Alsynov, a prominent Bashkir activist, has been advocating for the rights of the indigenous Bashkir people and denies the charges against him.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Moscow Times
The governor of Russia’s Bashkortostan blamed separatists living abroad for provoking violence between protesters and police, following clashes over the imprisonment of activist Fayil Alsynov. At least 40 people were injured as authorities launched criminal cases into what they described as mass riots and violence against law enforcement officials. The governor accused Alsynov and his allies of stoking separatist feelings, while also suggesting that officials were partly to blame for the unrest. Alsynov, who denies charges of inciting ethnic hatred, was sentenced to four years in prison, and six protesters were jailed for violating protest rules.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters
Riot police in the Russian republic of Bashkortostan clashed with protesters after a leading local rights activist, Fail Alsynov, was sentenced to four years in a penal colony for inciting ethnic hatred. The rare protest, which drew a crowd of several thousand people, resulted in arrests and criminal investigations into "mass disturbances" and violence against authorities. Alsynov's supporters believe the case against him is delayed revenge for his role in previous protests, and his name has been added to a list of "extremists and terrorists." The timing of the protest is sensitive for the authorities as President Vladimir Putin seeks a new term, and the regional head faces pressure to handle the situation to avoid embarrassment for the Kremlin.