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THE TRUTH ABOUT: Chechnya | History Defined

Hidden for centuries: Archaeologists uncover the 350-hectare ‘missing city’ of Magas beneath Chechen soil

Archaeologists have identified a site at the Mayrtup burial ground in Chechnya, thought to be the lost medieval city of Magas. The ruins extend over 350 hectares and were the political centre for the Alanian Kingdom - an Iranian-speaking Alanian state that controlled the population of the area now known…

The Times of India · Apr 13

Chechen warlord Ramzan Kadyrov hospitalised with kidney failure, Ukrainian intelligence says

Reports claim Kadyrov’s health is deteriorating to the point that the Kremlin is considering his replacement

The Independent UK · Jan 12

Grozny-City Strike: Ukrainian UAVs Hit Chechen Security Council Headquarters

A Ukrainian drone strike damaged a Grozny-City tower housing the Chechen Security Council, according to online monitors, amid escalating long-range UAV attacks inside Russia.

International Business Times UK · Dec 5, 2025

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‘She lived without fear’: daughter of Chechen activist publishes book she vowed to pen after mother’s murder

Lana Estemirova promised to tell story of her mother, a renowned human rights activist. This month it is published

The Guardian - UK · Jun 6, 2025

Chechnya’s Kadyrov wanted to resign. Or did he?

The Russian president is said to have denied Kadyrov’s request.

Al Jazeera · May 19, 2025

Did Russian air defence down the Azerbaijani plane in Kazakhstan?

Holes and pockmarks on the plane, an arrest and history are all prompting suspicion of Russia.

Al Jazeera · Dec 27, 2024

Azerbaijan Mourns 38 Killed In Plane Crash In Kazakhstan

The Embraer 190 aircraft was supposed to fly northwest from the Azerbaijani capital Baku to the city of Grozny in Chechnya in southern Russia, but instead diverted far off course across the Caspian Sea. It crashed Wednesday near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.

Latin Times · Dec 26, 2024

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Azerbaijani Jet Crashes In Kazakhstan, Killing 38

The Embraer 190 aircraft that was supposed to fly northwest from the Azerbaijani capital Baku to the city of Grozny in Chechnya in southern Russia, but instead flew across the Caspian Sea and went down near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.

International Business Times · Dec 26, 2024

Officials report 29 survivors and 38 killed as plane crashes in Kazakhstan

Aircraft carrying 62 passengers and five crew was en route from Baku to Grozny in Chechnya

The Guardian - UK · Dec 25, 2024

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Russian National Guard Campus In Chechnya

Ukrainian drone targets Russian National Guard campus in Chechnya, escalating conflict with retaliatory strikes and ongoing tensions. Follow AP News for up...

Near Chechnya, Tracing The Life Of A Georgian-Ukrainian Soldier

Baker Sergo Gornakashvili grew up near Georgia's Pankisi Gorge, haunted by echoes of the wars in nearby Chechnya, before trading his apron for a rifle and dying on Ukraine's front line.

International Business Times · Dec 1, 2024

An explosion and fire at a service station in Russia's Chechnya kills 4

An explosion at a gas station in Russia’s southern region of Chechnya has killed at least four people

The Independent UK · Oct 12, 2024

Putin makes surprise trip to Chechnya for first time in 13 years - three weeks into Ukraine’s Kursk incursion

Vladimir Putin has made an unscheduled visit to Chechnya, his first trip to the mainly Muslim republic within the Russian Federation in nearly 13 years

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024

Putin inspects troops with Kadyrov on first Chechnya visit since 2011

The Russian president heaps praise on Chechen fighters due to head to Ukraine to support the full-scale invasion.

Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2024

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Putin Visits Chechnya Amid Ukraine Conflict

Russian President Putin's visit to Chechnya amid Ukraine conflict underscores complex dynamics and strategic importance in ongoing military operations.

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2024

Russia’s Kadyrov equips Tesla Cybertruck with machine gun for war (and congratulates Musk for the car)

The Chechen leader called Musk the ‘strongest genius of modern times’

Chechnya President Invites Elon Musk After Cybertruck Display

Chechnya President Ramzan Kadyrov showcases a Tesla Cybertruck with a mounted machine gun, expressing admiration and intent to donate it to Russian forces ...

The Guardian - UK · Jun 10, 2024

‘I did not want to disappear in silence’: Chechen woman livestreamed attempted abduction by her family

Liya Zaurbekova is just one of a cohort of Chechen women who have tried to escape a deeply sexist and oppressive life

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 23, 2024

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov shows off workout amid health rumours

Independent Russian media outlet claims strongman was diagnosed with pancreatic necrosis in 2019

Reason · Apr 16, 2024

Brickbat: At a Medium Pace

The Chechen government has banned all music it deems too fast. Or too slow. Minister of Culture Musa Dadayev said that from now on, all music in Chechnya must have a tempo ranging from 80 to 116 beats per minute. This includes vocal performances and music that backs dance performances.…

WEKU · Apr 9, 2024

Chechnya is banning music that's too fast or slow. These songs wouldn't make the cut

Authorities in the Russian republic of Chechnya will only allow music between 80 and 116 beats per minute, though it's unclear how the rule will be enforced.

Reason · Apr 9, 2024

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The Guardian - UK · Apr 9, 2024

Chechnya bans dance music that is either too fast or too slow

Ruling means music in Russian republic must ‘conform to Chechen mentality and sense of rhythm’

The Guardian - UK · Feb 11, 2024

‘A gift to Moscow’: dismay as NYPD takes part in UAE Swat games with Chechnya and Belarus

Event has already been widely used as PR opportunity for notorious Chechen unit accused of war crimes in Ukraine

The Guardian - UK · Dec 31, 2023

Chechen warlord applauds teenage son’s violence as he grooms dynasty for power

Amid rumours of ill health, Chechnya’s strongman leader Ramzan Kadyrov is said to be lining up his children as successors

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