Reports of Ramzan Kadyrov's terminal illness have stirred significant concern regarding the stability of Chechnya and its implications for Russia's political landscape. Kadyrov, who has maintained strict control over Chechnya, plays a crucial role in supporting Russia's military efforts in Ukraine. His potential incapacity has led to speculations about a power vacuum and the rise of insurgent movements aiming to challenge Kremlin rule. Notably, a senior pro-Ukrainian Chechen rebel officer has mentioned efforts to form an insurgent army to liberate Chechnya. Additionally, Apti Alaudinov, a prominent figure likely to succeed Kadyrov, has been gaining favor with the Kremlin through his involvement in the Ukraine conflict. Mary Dejevsky highlights the potential catastrophic consequences for Putin, while attention also turns to Kadyrov's children and their scandal-plagued resumes.
Apti Alaudinov, one of the most likely heirs to the Chechen throne in the light of leader Ramzan Kadyrov’s illness, has used the war in Ukraine to earn the Kremlin’s trust and help win back Kadyrov’s favour. THREAD 1/7 🧵⤵️ https://t.co/kfbnW3RQSE
The reported terminal diagnosis of top Putin ally Ramzan Kadyrov means all eyes are now on his children—and their scandal-plagued resumes. https://t.co/LYc0AMn9fn
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The Chechen warlord’s rumoured illness could have serious implications for Russia and Ukraine, says Mary Dejevsky https://t.co/rlTMAtPaeh
Putin can’t afford to lose Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. Russia relies on troops from Chechnya for the war in Ukraine. It relies on Kadyrov to keep Chechens subdued. If the rumours of his illness are true, all hell could break loose, says Mary Dejevsky https://t.co/rlTMAtPaeh
Ramzan Kadyrov rules Chechnya with an iron fist. Rumours that he might be terminally ill have seriously spooked the Kremlin. The unravelling of Chechnya would be a catastrophe for Putin, writes Mary Dejevsky https://t.co/rlTMAtPaeh
Amid rumors of #RamzanKadyrov’s fatal illness, a senior pro-Ukrainian Chechen rebel officer says work is in progress to create an insurgent army to liberate #Chechnya from #Kremlin rule. https://t.co/VFEDoeYlTD