Publication

This brief analyzes the current situation in the North Caucasus, which, in the opinion of many people elsewhere in Russia, has become a kind of an “internal abroad.” The author argues that the North Caucasus occupies a particular place in Russia, creating many problems for the country. However, Russia itself, or more precisely, the federal Center, is responsible for many of the region’s troubles. Mutual grievances, whether fair or not, lead to mutual discontent.