Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Russia

Kadyrov Approved As New Chechen Premier

Ramzan Kadyrov (file photo) (ITAR-TASS)

March 2, 2006 -- The parliament of Russia's Republic of Chechnya today approved Ramzan Kadyrov as the new Chechen prime minister.

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March 02, 2006

Kadyrov was nominated to the post by Chechen President Alu Alkhanov, who called him his "closest associate."

The 29-year-old Kadyrov is the son of former Chechen President Akhmed-hadji Kadyrov, who was assassinated two years ago.

Human rights groups accuse Ramzan Kadyrov of leading a shadowy security force they say is responsible for the abduction and abuse of civilians.

(ITAR-TASS)

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