A briefing with journalists led by the press secretary to the President of Russia, Dmitry Peskov, did not include any remarks about possible steps against individuals who participated in the events in Makhachkala. The Kremlin spokesman kept the focus on future official communications, noting that the matter would be clarified after forthcoming discussions. He explained that it is reasonable to await the outcome of the meeting between the Russian president and his aides before drawing conclusions about any measures.
Peskov pointed out that the response to the MAS event would be revealed at the presidential meeting, which was scheduled to convene on Monday, October 30. He stressed that the priority at the moment was to await the results of today’s discussions, implying that decisive statements would come from the president himself following those talks.
In his remarks, Peskov underscored that any statements on the rally would be made after the planned discussions concluded. He signaled that the government would publish its stance or guidance in due course, once the leadership has had a chance to review the situation and determine the appropriate messaging.
The evening agenda for the Russian head of state includes a gathering focused on the Dagestan situation, according to the official schedule. This upcoming meeting is expected to address developments in the region and outline any necessary steps to stabilize the situation, communicate risk assessments, and clarify government priorities.
Earlier, the Russian Travel Industry Association offered an assessment that the Caucasus resorts currently enjoy a stable atmosphere. The organization added that there were no new reports of tour cancellations at that time, providing some reassurance to travelers who had already booked plans.
On October 30, Dagestan’s leader, Sergei Melikov, commented that attempts to destabilize the region had been carried out by forces opposed to Russia. His remarks highlighted concerns about external and internal pressures that could influence regional security and public order.
Reports from Dagestan also noted an incident in the early hours involving a man who had documents from Israel. The situation drew attention to security considerations in the region and the broader context of ongoing geopolitical tensions, prompting authorities to monitor developments closely.