NOVO-OGARYOVO, October 30. /TASS/. Riots in Makhachkala were instigated via social networks, including from Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Monday.

"Yesterday’s developments in Makhachkala were instigated in particular via social networks, not least from Ukraine’s territory, by agents of Western special services," he said at a meeting on the situation in Dagestan.

"How one can help Palestine by attacking the Tats (Caucasian Persians) and their families? By the way, the Tats are a titular ethnic group in Dagestan," he noted.

"One can help Palestine only by fighting against those who are behind this tragedy. We, Russia, are fighting against them during our special military operation. Against them and for ourselves and for those who want real freedom," he stressed.

Mass riots took place at Makhachkala airport on October 29 after the arrival of a regular flight from Tel Aviv amid the ongoing escalation in the Middle East. A crowd of several hundred people broke into the airport’s building and landing area. Later, they were pushed back by the police. According to the latest data, more than 20 people, including several police officers, were injured and 83 rioters were detained. The Dagestani authorities and clergy condemned the incident as an incendiary act.