Chechen Leader Vows "Stern Response" After Ukrainian Drone Strike Hits Grozny
Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has publicly pledged a strong retaliation following a Ukrainian drone attack that struck and damaged a high-rise structure in Grozny, the capital of Russia's southern Chechnya region. Kadyrov made the announcement via the Telegram messaging app on Friday, December 5, emphasizing that despite the damage, the incident resulted in no casualties.
Kadyrov Dismisses Tactical Value, Warns of Retaliation
The Chechen leader dismissed the tactical significance of the drone strike on the building complex, stating it "made no tactical sense." However, he quickly followed this assessment with a stern warning to Ukraine. In a subsequent Telegram post, Kadyrov declared, "Starting from tomorrow and in the course of the week, the Ukrainian fascists will be feeling a stern response." He added a crucial caveat, aiming to differentiate his forces' actions from those of Ukraine: "Except, unlike them, we will not be making a cowardly strike on peaceful targets."
Previous Attacks and Kadyrov's Stance
This incident marks another instance of Ukrainian forces reportedly targeting sites within Chechnya. Previous attacks have hit various locations, including a police barracks and a military training academy in the region. Ramzan Kadyrov has been a vocal and consistent supporter of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, actively contributing Chechen forces to the ongoing conflict. The promised retaliation signals an escalation in rhetoric and potentially actions in the coming days.
