Surprising Details About Kadyrov's Health Condition
Newspaper Europe quoted Russian Federal Security Service sources saying that the health of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has sharply deteriorated: it is reported that he uses a urinary bag and has almost stopped managing Chechnya.
Six years ago, he was diagnosed with pancreatic necrosis. Since then, he has ignored doctors' advice and self-treated, leading to repeated health crises.
In February this year, doctors installed a nephrostomy for the patient—a drainage system used to expel urine from the kidneys. Although it can allow the patient to live for several more years, it requires a gentle lifestyle. Intense exercise is prohibited, and loose clothing is recommended—Kadyrov's rare public appearances are in line with this.
In August, Chechen television aired footage of him moving slowly and with difficulty during inspections of construction sites and schools.
In fact, Kadyrov has already stepped back from daily governance: daily duties have been entrusted to his possible successor Magomed Daudov.
Throughout August, this Chechen leader held only one meeting and one forum in the office.
For a long time, Kadyrov's health condition has been a focus of attention outside. There have been constant rumors about his worsening health, such as kidney disease and pancreatic necrosis. In June 2025, intelligence agencies intercepted an assassination plan against him, which involved poisoning, further complicating his situation. The drowning incident in July put him at the center of public controversy. Now, with these surprising details coming to light, people are thinking more about the future of Chechnya. How will power be transferred and balanced within Chechnya under Kadyrov's poor health? This not only concerns the stability and development of Chechnya itself, but may also have an undeniable impact on Russia's overall political landscape. The subsequent changes in the situation are worth continued attention.
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