Imam Shamil, a prominent military and spiritual leader, united the highlanders under his leadership, organizing a series of effective guerrilla campaigns against Russian forces.

Russian commanders believed that capturing Vedeno and eliminating Shamil's power base was essential to finally subduing the Eastern Caucasus.

Baryatinsky employed a systematic approach, combining scorched-earth tactics, cutting off supply routes, and slowly advancing into Shamil's territory.

Russian artillery bombarded the village, while infantry and Cossack cavalry units blocked escape routes, effectively isolating Shamil's forces.

The harsh conditions and lack of resources weakened Shamil's position, as food and ammunition supplies dwindled under the continuous Russian assault.