Ramzan Kadyrov has been the president of Chechnya since 2007, making him the longest-serving leader of a Russian federal subject. He is known for his unconventional behavior, which often causes great controversy. On September 19th, he publicly responded to external accusations of favoritism and speculations about his health during an interview with RIA Novosti.

Reporter: Many members of your large family hold important positions in the republic. How do they perform their duties? Your son Adam Kadyrov has attracted much attention due to receiving numerous honors. How does he fulfill his new position? What are his future career prospects?

Kadyrov spoke candidly, stating that he grew up by his father's side and learned a lot from him. His son Adam also grew up beside him and, although young, has gained rich practical experience.

"When I was appointed as the First Deputy Chairman of the Republic Government, I was also very young, but Vladimir Vladimirovich (a respectful title for Russian President Putin) entrusted me with this position. Adam has also performed his duties well, and I have no complaints. Of course, as a father, my requirements for him are several times higher than others. As for those who question his awards, I believe each one is well-deserved. Everyone conferred honors on Adam because of his specific achievements. If you don't believe it, you can talk to him; he is a very outstanding young man."

When asked whether he supported his eldest daughter Aishtet's decision to leave politics and enter business, Kadyrov said that after consideration, he believed politics was not suitable for women, especially in Chechnya. Therefore, when his daughter proposed to resign, he agreed. Now, Aishtet has other business projects besides the fashion industry, and she is doing very well. In addition, the other two daughters have also left the political arena.

Regarding the prospects of a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war, Kadyrov pointed out that he does not advocate for a ceasefire at the current time when the battlefield situation is favorable. Only when Ukraine becomes a region of Russia will the peace of Russia's border be possible.

Kadyrov also responded to external speculations about his health. He said that whenever someone says he is in poor health, he immediately does 50 push-ups to counter them.

At the end of the interview, Kadyrov once again emphasized that he is a foot soldier of President Putin. In all areas of politics and security, he is a helper, loyal comrade, and a foot soldier with strong combat power!

Adam is Kadyrov's third son. According to public information, his current positions include: head of the security department of the Chechen President, monitor of the Russian Special Forces University, head of the Chechen Department of Internal Affairs of the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs, and secretary of the Chechen Security Council. His awards and honors include the title of "Hero of the Chechen Republic," the "Kadyrov Medal," the "Combat Merit" medal awarded by the Russian National Guard, and the "Unselfish Labor" Order of Russia, among others.

On June 28th this year, Putin personally met with Adam in Moscow, expressed his congratulations on his upcoming wedding, and wished him "happiness in his family and further achievements in serving Chechnya and our great country."

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