Akhmed Zakayev: The Russian People Created Putin, They Are Not His Victims
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Akhmed Zakayev stated that the Russian people are not victims of Putin but are responsible for creating him.
- The discussion covered political assassinations, the role of security services, and the targeting of figures like Boris Nemtsov and Garry Kasparov.
- The interview also touched upon the historical context of the Chechen wars and the relationship between the FSB and Kadyrov's structures.
Akhmed Zakayev, the Prime Minister of the Chechen Republic of Ichkeria in exile, has asserted that the Russian people bear responsibility for the rise of Vladimir Putin, stating they are not his victims but rather the creators of his power.
In an interview with Delfi, Zakayev delved into sensitive topics concerning Russia's political landscape. The discussion explored the coordination of high-profile political assassinations in past years and the involvement of security services in cover-up operations. He specifically questioned why Boris Nemtsov and Garry Kasparov were targeted for liquidation as early as 2012.
Furthermore, the conversation addressed the current operational dynamics between the Federal Security Service (FSB) and the structures loyal to Ramzan Kadyrov. Zakayev also provided historical context regarding the Chechen wars and examined the role European politicians have played in maintaining the current structure of the Russian Federation.
Delfi is identified as a certified media outlet under the International Journalism Trust Initiative, lending credibility to the platform hosting this critical discussion.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.