Cafes and restaurants in North Ossetia have officially closed at night.
Places North Ossetia They began issuing warnings about the suspension of work at night from 00:00 to 07:00. In the announcement, the administration refers to the decree of the head of the republic Sergei Menyailo on the introduction of additional security measures in the republic.
What restrictions have been introduced in North Ossetia?
After 23:00 PM, orders for alcoholic beverages are no longer accepted. Exceptions apply to certain hotel restaurants and bars.
In addition, the decree provides for a ban on public events, increased patrols, and additional security requirements for establishments.
What do North Ossetian authorities say?
"Restrictions on the operation of cafes, restaurants, and other food service establishments in North Ossetia have become a necessary measure aimed at preventing new conflicts,"
said head spokesperson Batraz Ilaev.
What preceded the decision on night restrictions?
In mid-October, a major scandal erupted in Ossetia due to a shooting outside a restaurant in Vladikavkaz, which resulted in several people being injured, including a pop-MMA fighter from Chechen Ibrahim Islamov (Nicarcho).
After this, Menyailo delivered a harsh criticism at a meeting. He ordered a meeting with the restaurateurs and explained how to operate and prevent guests from "behaving like owners."
Interethnic tensions and a visit from Chechnya
Representatives from Chechnya recently visited Ossetia. Parliament Speaker Akhmed Dudayev She urged Chechen students are urged to respect the traditions and customs of the republic where they study and to prevent interethnic conflicts. He stated that "representatives of the 'fifth column' are attempting to exploit interethnic tensions to destroy peace and unity in the Russian Federation."
