Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov recently shared a workout video on social media to showcase his physical fitness after reports emerged that he has been suffering from pancreatic necrosis for over five years. According to Novaya Gazeta Europe, Kadyrov was diagnosed with acute pancreatic necrosis in January 2019 and has been receiving treatment at the Moscow Central Clinical Hospital since then. Despite these reports, Kadyrov’s social media posts seem to suggest otherwise, with him appearing to be in good health and engaging in physical exercise with close allies.
Following the publication of the news report, Kadyrov shared a video on his Telegram channel where he appeared to be speaking with difficulty. However, in a later video posted on Vkontakte, Kadyrov was seen working out in a gym with close allies, suggesting that he is physically fit and healthy. The video showed him participating in a variety of exercises, including bench pressing and wrestling moves, accompanied by a song with the lyrics “God willing, my dear, may you live forever.” Despite the ambiguity surrounding his health status, Kadyrov emphasized the importance of maintaining good health and exercising regularly.
However, there has been no official comment from Kadyrov or his officials regarding the reports of his health condition. The details of the report from Novaya Gazeta Europe have not been independently verified, leaving the public to speculate about the Chechen leader’s health. Kadyrov, who has faced accusations of human rights abuses, including torture and extrajudicial killings, has been the leader of Chechnya since 2007. Despite these allegations, Kadyrov continues to retain power and authority in the region.
In recent years, Kadyrov has faced criticism for his authoritarian rule and alleged human rights violations in Chechnya. However, he remains a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin and has been able to maintain control over the region with the backing of the Russian government. The reports of his health condition have raised questions about his ability to continue in his role as the leader of Chechnya, but Kadyrov’s social media posts seem to suggest that he is still actively engaged in his duties and maintaining his physical fitness.
The workout video shared by Kadyrov on social media is seen as an attempt to dispel rumors about his health and present a positive image of his leadership. By showcasing his physical fitness and engagement in exercise routines, Kadyrov is sending a message that he is still capable of leading Chechnya despite reports of his health issues. While the authenticity of the reports remains in question, Kadyrov’s actions seem to suggest that he is determined to continue in his role as the leader of Chechnya and project an image of strength and vitality to the public.
As the controversy surrounding Kadyrov’s health continues to unfold, the public remains divided on the veracity of the reports and the implications for his leadership in Chechnya. With no official confirmation or denial of the reports from Kadyrov or his officials, speculation and uncertainty persist regarding the true nature of his health condition. Despite facing numerous challenges and allegations during his tenure as leader of Chechnya, Kadyrov’s ability to maintain power and control over the region remains largely unchallenged, and his recent social media posts suggest that he is determined to continue in his role despite any health issues that may arise.
