In Grozny, a coordinated assault by Islamic insurgents targeted state police officers, beginning at a prominent traffic circle within the city. The insurgents engaged with police forces, resulting in the deaths of three officers immediately during the encounter. Following this initial confrontation, they took control of an empty school, which raised significant alarm among local residents, as schools are seen as safe havens. The attackers further assaulted a local press house, illustrating their intent to disrupt and control information dissemination. The siege escalated into a series of gun battles that lasted several hours, leading to a tragic toll on state forces, with ten officers killed and dozens more injured.

The local police and military units responded to the insurgent takeover with a fierce counter-offensive, seeking to reclaim control over the occupied buildings. The resulting firefights saw a total of ten insurgents killed, highlighting the ferocity of the confrontation. Casualties on both sides emphasized the volatility of the security situation in Chechnya. This event underscored the persistent threat posed by militant groups in the region, as conflicts from previous wars continue to resonate within local communities, shaping daily life and political discourse.