A strong earthquake with a magnitude of about 5.5 hit Dagestan, with its epicenter in the Caspian Sea near Derbent. Tremors were felt in multiple cities, including Makhachkala and Kaspiysk, and even in neighboring Azerbaijan and Georgia. Residents reported shaking furniture, minor building cracks, and short-term communication disruptions, but no casualties or major damage occurred. Authorities are monitoring the situation, warning about possible aftershocks, and inspecting infrastructure for safety.