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Chechen Leader Kadyrov Opposes Ukraine Peace Talks, Urges Russia to Continue War
Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has rejected negotiations to end the Ukraine war, saying Russia should continue fighting until its goals are fully achieved.
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by News Desk
2026-01-29
Chechen Leader Kadyrov Opposes Ukraine Peace Talks, Urges Russia to Continue War

Ramzan Kadyrov, the head of Russia’s Chechen region, has voiced strong opposition to negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, stating that Russia should continue fighting until the conflict reaches what he described as its “logical conclusion.”

Speaking to reporters at the Kremlin, Kadyrov said he was firmly against any peace talks. “I believe that the war should be brought to its logical conclusion… I am against negotiations,” he was quoted as saying by a foreign news agency.

Kadyrov’s remarks came at a time when Russian President Vladimir Putin was holding talks with the President of the United Arab Emirates, highlighting contrasting narratives within Russia’s political discourse regarding the future of the conflict.

Often referring to himself as President Putin’s “foot soldier,” Kadyrov is among the Kremlin’s most vocal and influential supporters. His comments reflect the stance of hard-line circles in Russia who believe that Moscow is gaining the upper hand in the four-year-old conflict and should press ahead rather than seek a diplomatic settlement.

Despite such statements, the ultimate decision on whether to continue or halt the war rests with President Putin. The Kremlin has repeatedly stated that Russia prefers to achieve its objectives in Ukraine through diplomatic means. However, officials have emphasized that if diplomacy fails, Russia will continue to pursue its goals through military action.

The comments underline ongoing internal debates within Russia as the war in Ukraine drags on, with differing views over whether the time is right for negotiations or continued military engagement.
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