Circassians
When NATO paused its bombs for Kosovo’s Circassians to return home
For Kosovo Circassians, returning to Adygea was meant to be a homecoming — yet for many, coming back after 150 years brought new challenges.
Circassians
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Review | In the Mountains. He — a comedic ode to the Caucasus mountains
Balkar director Said Tolgurov’s second film works to ground the viewer through the breathtaking, mountain landscape of Kabarda–Balkaria.
Circassians
When the night glows, the Circassian New Year begins
The Circassian New Year, once an important occasion marking the beginning of spring, has resurfaced — but does it have a place in today’s society?
Circassians
Circassian activist from Adygea sentenced to 11 years on terrorism charges
The Council of United Circassia is considered to be a terrorist organisation by Russia.
Kabarda–Balkaria
Balkar activist fined for offensive content about Circassians
A linguistic examination found elements of incitement to ethnic hatred in Balkar activist Khadis Tetuev’s work.
Kabarda–Balkaria
Circassian Coordinating Council dissolved in Nalchik due to ‘obstruction’ by authorities
The initiative to dissolve the Council came from the organisation itself, due to persistent obstruction by local authorities.
Kabarda–Balkaria
Circassian blogger Khasan Matuev detained in Turkey, faces extradition to Russia
Matuev was detained in a migrant centre and could face extradition to Russia, where he has been wanted since 2013.
