Chechen gunmen attack Russian-patrolled village, kill 3 servicemen

By KUNA,

Moscow : Armed Chechens attacked the Russian-controlled village of Binoi killing three people and setting houses of Russian security servicemen afire.


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Interfax news agency reported on Friday that 25 gunmen led by Osman Muntsigov attacked the mountainous village, killing three persons believed to be serving with the Russian authorities. Houses of five of servicemen were set afire by the gunmen before retreating.

Russian troops are combing vicinity of the village in search for the attackers.

The restive caucasus region of Chechnya is scene of recerring attacks on Russian targets. Local separatists had waged warfares against the Russian forces in futile bids to win independence since 1999.

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