Chechen ruler Ramzan Kadyrov (46) reports on Telegram with a propaganda show. His sons are said to have brought three prisoners of war from the front in Ukraine. This is what Putin’s “bloodhound” brags about.
Kadyrov shares a video on his Telegram channel. It is said to have been shot in Grozny, the capital of Chechnya. It shows numerous soldiers, including his 16-year-old son Achma. They bring three so-called Ukrainian prisoners of war. The clip was professionally shot and shown on propaganda TV. The alleged prisoners are tied up, their faces covered.
Kids reportedly back from the front
The identity of the alleged prisoners of war cannot be established independently. However, the dictator Kadyrov is clearly visible. The men are handed over to him. Kadyrov smiles, looks proud.
The apparently staged video raises some questions. Only on Wednesday, Kadyrov reported on his Telegram channel that his sons Achmat, Eli (15) and Adam (14) had arrived at the front.
He also provided further propaganda material. Videos show the children firing rocket-propelled grenades. However, it is completely unclear and cannot be independently verified under what circumstances and where the recordings were made. After a few days, the boys are said to have returned, along with the alleged prisoners.
“Great trip to the Donbas”
Kadyrov writes that his sons have returned from a “troubled journey to the Donbas”. He claims: “The result was another captured position, a disbanded enemy detachment and six captured Ukrainian POWs.”
He adds that his sons “contributed significantly to the success of the special operation.” It remains to be seen to what extent the children actually contributed to Kadyrov’s claims. It is also questionable whether they have ever been at the front. (EU)