Chechen Leader Ramzan Kadyrov Reportedly in Critical Condition

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov reported to be in critical condition according to Ukrainian intelligence
Kadyrov is a Kremlin loyalist who has aided Russia's war effort in Ukraine
Rumors have circulated about Kadyrov's poor health for months, which he has denied
Reports say Kadyrov recently fell into a coma before his condition worsened
Kadyrov has long been nicknamed "Putin's soldier" for aiding Russian interests in Chechnya and beyond

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