25 May 2013 11:16

Counterterrorist operation launched in Khasavyurt district of Dagestan

MAKHACHKALA. May 25 (Interfax) - A counterterrorist operation has been started on the entire territory of the Khasavyurt district in Dagestan since May 25, the Operational Headquarters for Dagestan told Interfax.

"A counterterrorist operation has been launched to neutralize members of illegal armed units and identify their accomplices. The regime will be in effect until further notice," a headquarters spokesperson said.