Adam Kadyrov awarded “Rosgvardiya” medal “For Military Distinction”

By order of the head of the “Rosgvardiya” (National Guard of Russia), Adam Kadyrov, a 17-year-old son of the leader of Chechnya, has been awarded with the medal "For Military Distinction”, which is awarded for participation in counter-terrorist operations (CTOs) and armed conflicts. The above information has been reported by the “Chechnya Today” news agency.

The ”Caucasian Knot” has reported that on November 5, 2023, it became known that Adam Kadyrov, shortly before his 16th birthday, was appointed head of the security department of the leader of Chechnya. The appointment of Adam Kadyrov does not correspond well with labour legislation for teenagers and only emphasizes the hereditary principle of the formation of power in Chechnya, human rights defender note. They have suggested that for Adam Kadyrov, the appointment is a test of his ability to lead Chechnya after his father.

The ”Caucasian Knot” has reported that Adam Kadyrov received the title of Hero of Chechnya and at least nine state and public awards after on September 25, 2023, Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov published a video with his son Adam beating Nikita Zhuravel, accused in the case on burning the Koran, in a SIZO (pre-trial prison). The leader of Chechnya praised his son for his act.