The role of Chechen fighters in the war in Ukraine – The “volunteers” who “raise their heads”

The Chechens fighters who have rushed to Ukraine to help Russia are beginning to be considered Moscow’s most critical allies, as based on international analysis, they may play a critical role.

According to a post by theguardian.com, the battalion of about 1,000 “volunteers” – Analysts raise the number much higher – sent by Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov, from the first day of the invasion, has taken on a particularly critical role.

According to the report, Western secret services report that the Chechens were used in failed assassination attempts on Ukrainian leaders at home the first 48 hours of the invasion. At the same time, they formed units that besieged it Mariupolwhere battles were fought in the suburbs, where it is alleged that his battalion also took part Azov on the part of the Ukrainians.

They are also said to be the most experienced fighters to date for Russia, specializing in urban combat. The Guardian typically notes that the Chechens have a reputation as tough fighterswho “are known for atrocities against civilians». It is noted that according to the publication, this rumor may be useful in case of fighting in the cities, as reported by Ukrainian information.

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov

Problems with the Russians

However, the same publication emphasizes that the Chechens may play a critical role, but they do not have excellent relations with the Russian army.

In particular, they are said to follow orders only from their commanders, to the point where they can be created frictions with Russian officerswho have frontal supervision.

According to the Guardian, it is said to exist ongoing conflict between Chechen commanders and Russian secret serviceswithout missing the public insults, while it is said not to happen no attempt to integrate into the regular army.

Thus, according to the British media, the Chechen fighters are said to emerge as a critical ally for Russia, but not without minor problems or frictions in their relationship.

Source: News Beast

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