Adam Kadyrov
Adam Kadyrov | |
|---|---|
| Адам Кадыров | |
| Born | 24 November 2007 |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Spouse |
Medni (m. 2025) |
| Parent(s) | Ramzan Kadyrov (father) Medni Kadyrova (mother) |
| Awards | Honor of the Fatherland (Chechnya), Hero of the Chechen Republic, others[1][2] |
Adam Ramzanovich Kadyrov (born 24 November 2007) is a Russian official and son of Ramzan Kadyrov who has served as the head of the Security Service of the President of the Chechen Republic since 5 November 2023.[3]
Kadyrov became notable following a video published in November 2023 depicting him assaulting a prisoner accused of burning the Quran.[3] The video sparked widespread condemnation, even from some pro-Kremlin hardliners. Nevertheless, his father publicly expressed pride in his son, praising Adam for embracing what he called "adult ideals of honour, dignity, and the defence of his religion."[4] Kadyrov was promoted alongside several of his siblings by his father amid rumours of the elder Kadyrov's ill health, and that he was preparing a dynasty to succeed him.[5]
In April 2025, it was reported that Kadyrov was appointed secretary of the Chechnya's security council. At the time, he also served as his father's chief bodyguard, a trustee of Chechnya's Special Forces University,[6] and an observer in a newly formed rifle battalion, a role he was appointed in November 2023.[4] Alongside his other positions, Kadyrov also oversees Chechnya’s police.[7][8][9]
Personal life
In June 2025, Kadyrov married the daughter of Chechen senator Suleiman Geremeyev. The celebrations were attended by high-ranking officials and included a message of congratulations from President Vladimir Putin.[10]
References
- ^ Strelnikov, Alexey. "Will Ramzan Kadyrov's teenage son follow in his footsteps?". DW. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
- ^ "Kadyrov Appoints Teenage Son to Supervise Chechnya's Interior Ministry". The Moscow Times. 1 April 2025. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
- ^ a b Kelly, Lidia; Faulconbridge, Guy. "Chechen leader's son, who beat a prisoner, made top bodyguard". Reuters. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
- ^ a b "Chechen leader's 16-year-old son named to post in rifle battalion". Reuters. 2023-11-29. Retrieved 2025-07-08.
- ^ Roth, Andrew (31 December 2023). "Chechen warlord applauds teenage son's violence as he grooms dynasty for power". The Observer. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
- ^ "Chechnya leader's son, 17, becomes head of Chechen security council". Reuters. 2025-04-23. Retrieved 2025-07-08.
- ^ "Kadyrov Appoints Teenage Son to Supervise Chechnya's Interior Ministry". The Moscow Times. 1 April 2025. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
- ^ "Ramzan Kadyrov's teenage son (who beat a prisoner on camera) is appointed to oversee Chechnya's police". Meduza. 1 April 2025. Retrieved 9 April 2025.
- ^ Ginot, Ernest (3 April 2025). "Le dirigeant tchétchène Ramzan Kadyrov nomme son fils de 17 ans à la tête du ministère de l'Intérieur" [Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov appoints his 17-year-old son at the head of interior ministry]. Slate (in French). Retrieved 9 April 2025.
- ^ "Gunshots, luxury cars and expensive watches as youngest Kadyrov son marries in Chechnya". Novaya Gazeta Europe. 2010-06-09. Retrieved 2025-07-08.