On one side, fighters eager to exact revenge for Russia’s plunder of their country fight for Kiev. On the other, forces loyal to Kadyrov’s Kremlin-backed regime support the pro-Russian rebelsIn the long-drawn-out struggle for Ukraine, it may be surprising to know that Chechen fighters in their hundreds have joined the battle.It’s even more surprising to learn that they have been fighting on both sides. Related: Former Kremlin critic changes tack to launch television station in Donetsk Related: ‘The Chechen wars murdered Russian democracy in its cradle’ Related: Russia mourns Beslan’s dead If you capture one, it’s too risky …read more
Source: The Guardian
