Chechnya: phantoms of the past & contrasts of the present

Chechnya phantoms of the past contrasts of the present from Russia Beyond The Headlines on Vimeo.


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Russia’s Republic of Chechnya has undergone a revival after two military operations in its recent post-Soviet history. Today, the region is home one of the largest mosques in Europe, hosts international celebrities and even is trying its hand at high fashion. We explore this republic of contrasts to look at how the Chechen people have struck a balance between tradition and modernity.

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