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A Cossack militiaman attacks Pussy Riot members as they stage a protest performance in Sochi.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Kozak said Saturday the Cossack who horsewhipped members of Pussy Riot has been “held accountable” for the attack.
The punk group spent five days in Sochi this week, filming footage for its new video criticizing President Vladimir Putin and the Sochi Olympics.
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A group of Cossacks armed with whips was in central Sochi on Wednesday.
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The punk band recorded footage for their new video during their five day stay in Sochi.
Minutes after the group started to perform its song, one Cossack began lashing his whip.
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Asked about the band’s treatment in Sochi, Kozak would not specifically say what action was taken against the attacker.
Local media reported Friday he was fined, but they did not identify him.
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