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Almost a half of the nearly 1,000 presidential decrees signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2023 were reportedly “classified” – more than in any other year.
Vladimir Putin's strategic alliance with Ramzan Kadyrov hinges on financial incentives and military support, maintaining a precarious balance of power in Chechnya that faces uncertainty in the event of leadership changes in Moscow or Grozny. Overall, Ramzan's and Vlad's relationship comes down to one dealbreaker—money. Putin has a contingency plan for Chechnya whenever Ramzan's time comes. However, whoever succeeds the Russian autocrat may be unprepared for the power vacuum that could come to the North Caucasus if they don't keep the same deal with the Kadyrovites.
Israel is exacting brutal vengeance on innocent people for Hamas’ crimes. But pursuing a lasting peace is the only way to defeat their enemy.
Discover the roles and controversies surrounding Ramzan Kadyrov, the strongman of Chechnya, and his Caucasian enclave ruthlessly lead and maintained by all means.
The war in Ukraine has started a domestic culture war for Russia’s ethnic minorities.