Kadyrov did push-ups during live broadcast_ “I am Putin_s assistant, loyal companion”

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has admitted that he reacts to rumors about his health in a unique way: he immediately does 50 push-ups. He claims that this has become something of a habit when ill-wishers spread false information.Information about his illness periodically appears in the public sphere. In July, Kadyrov denied rumors of his death, saying at a meeting with members of the republic's government: "You will not live to see him."Information about his illness periodically appears in the public sphere. In July, Kadyrov denied rumors of his death, saying at a meeting with members of the republic's government: "You will not live to see him."He also recalled that back in December 2022, during a live broadcast on television, he did 35 push-ups right in the studio to clearly demonstrate his good physical shape.

Earlier, Kadyrov invited everyone who spreads rumors about his illness to meet at the gym."I strongly advise everyone who is unable to distinguish truth from lies on the Internet to take a walk in the fresh air and clarify their thoughts," the Chechen leader previously wrote on Telegram.“I am alive and well,” Kadyrov said at the time. “The authors of these fantastic theories need a doctor,” he added.The Chechen leader declared that he was Putin's foot soldier. "I am Putin's assistant, a loyal ally and a fierce fighter in all spheres!" The journalist asked: "You have repeatedly said that you are a pawn of Russian President Vladimir Putin. What do you mean?"Kadyrov said: "In every sense! I call myself an infantryman in ensuring national security and political development. I am his assistant, loyal ally and ardent fighter in all spheres!"Putin appointed Kadyrov in 2007 after the assassination of his father and predecessor, Akhmat Kadyrov. Initially fighting against Russian forces in the first Chechen war, Kadyrov Sr. later switched sides, rising to prominence in Moscow's ranks.