Russian security forces detain 15 migrants in Moscow crackdown

Russian National Guard units, working alongside the Interior Ministry, have detained 15 foreign nationals in the Moscow region for alleged breaches of migration laws.

The joint operation took place in the town of Elektrostal, including inspections at Fryazino railway station and a shopping centre on Mira Street, according to the regional branch of the National Guard.

Authorities said all those detained were found to have violated the terms of their stay in Russia and were engaged in illegal employment. Each was fined 5,000 roubles ($62) and faces deportation.

Law enforcement agencies are now seeking to identify those believed to have organised the illegal migration, with a view to bringing them to justice.

By Aghakazim Guliyev