Chechnya: Power succession talks intensify as leader Ramzan Kadyrov’s health deteriorates Moscow - Kremlin officials say they are working with the United Russian Party to avoid a power vacuum in the North Caucasian republic following reports that Kadyrov was hospitalised in the capital in late December and suffered kidney failure in early January. The Chechen leader’s son, 18‑year‑old Adam, has been promoted to head the republic’s Security Council and is surrounded by a private security force of 18‑000-25‑000. Kadyrov has also forged marriages with powerful clan families and is building a personal army that feeds fighters to the war in Ukraine, many of whom are not Chechen. Kremlin sources claim that a succession plan is in place and that Kadyrov will remain in power as long as he is alive. Moscow is keen to secure a loyal successor, favouring close aides Adam Delimkhanov and Magomed Daudov over others. Kadyrov reportedly has secret talks with Middle‑Eastern monarchs and holds assets in the United Arab Emirates, preparing a possible exile. Category: Politics Tags: Politics, Defense, War Countries: Russia, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates Cities: Moscow Persons: Ramzan Kadyrov, Adam Kadyrov, Vladimir Putin, Adam Delimkhanov, Magomed Daudov, Apti Alaudinov Sentiment: Negative

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