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EXPLAINED: Russia blames separatist traitors for rare protests | Rare Historical Photos

Protesters clashed with police in freezing temperatures in the small town of Baymak after a local activist was jailed (Credit: AFP)

The head of Russia's Bashkortostan said Thursday protests that shook the Urals region this week were organised by separatist "traitors" from abroad who want to start a "partisan war".

His remarks came a day after the protests and as the first of those arrested were sentenced.

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