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Ramzan Akhmatovich Kadyrov (born 5 October 1976) is a Russian politician and current Head of the Chechen Republic. He was formerly affiliated with the Chechen independence movement, through his father who was the separatist-appointed mufti of Chechnya. He is a colonel general in the Russian military.
Apr 27, 2022 · Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has long been seen as a key ally to Russian President Vladimir Putin. That commitment has now extended to the war in Ukraine.
- Ari Shapiro
Apr 24, 2024 · Novaya Gazeta Europe reports that Ramzan Kadyrov, the strongman leader of Chechnya, has been living with a potentially fatal illness for more than five years. Experts and activists weigh in on the possible scenarios for Chechnya's political landscape and stability after Kadyrov.
Apr 22, 2024 · The independent news website reports that the Chechen leader has been living with a serious condition for more than five years and his health has deteriorated rapidly. The Kremlin is reportedly working on a succession plan amid rumors of his death.
Apr 30, 2024 · Reports that Chechnya's strongman leader Ramzan Kadyrov is terminally ill pose a serious problem for Vladimir Putin. The Russian president is desperate to avoid instability in the North...
Jun 25, 2023 · Ramzan Kadyrov, Chechnya’s leader, remained steadfastly loyal to Vladimir Putin as tensions with Wagner heated up Saturday.
Nov 9, 2023 · Learn how Ramzan Kadyrov rose to power in Chechnya, a North Caucasian republic, and became a feared and influential figure in Russia. Explore his role in the wars, his relationship with Putin, his use of Islam and his human rights violations.
