Dagestan Republic

a constituent republic of S Russia, on the Caspian Sea: annexed from Persia in 1813; rich mineral resources. Capital: Makhachkala. Pop.: 2 584 200 (2002). Area: 50 278 sq. km (19 416 sq. miles)

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TEHRAN (FNA)- Iran's Ambassador to Russia Mehdi Sanayee and Dagestan Republic President Ramadan Abdulatipov explored new avenues for the promotion of mutual cooperation in various fields.

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Official charges would be brought against Amirov, mayor of Makhachkala, capital of the Dagestan republic, within 10 days, Russia's Investigative Committee spokesman Vladimir Markin said.

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