Aslan Maskhadov

ModernPoliticianChechnya1951 — ?

Second Ichkerian president killed by Russia.

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Quick Facts

Born

1951

Country

Chechnya

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)37

Influence (20%)54

Legacy (20%)44

Leadership (15%)52

Strategy (15%)45

Total Score47.3

Aslan Maskhadov — Complete Timeline

1997 AD

Elected President of IchkeriaPolitical Action◆ Major

Aslan Maskhadov was elected as the second president of the Chechen Republic of Ichkeria after Dudayev's death. He won a democratic election but faced challenges from radical factions within Chechnya.

ChechnyaElectionIchkeria

Impact: regionalconstructive

1999 AD

Second Chechen War BeginsWar

Russian forces launched a second invasion of Chechnya after the apartment bombings in Russia. Maskhadov led the Chechen resistance but was unable to prevent Russian forces from capturing Grozny and establishing control.

Chechen WarRussiaInvasion

Impact: regionaltragic

2005 AD

Killed by Russian ForcesWar◆ Major

Maskhadov was killed by Russian special forces during a raid in the village of Tolstoy-Yurt. His death was a major victory for Russia in the Second Chechen War. He was succeeded by radical leaders.

AssassinationChechnyaRussia

Impact: regionaltragic