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Where is Kabardino-Balkaria?

Kabardino-Balkaria is a republic within Russia, located in the North Caucasus region. It's known for its mountainous terrain, including Mount Elbrus, Europe's highest peak. This makes it a popular but challenging area for climbers, as seen with the incident on Mount Mizhirgi.

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