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The culture ministry of Chechnya, under the leadership of Ramzan Kadyrov, announced a ban on music that does not fall between 80 and 116 beats per minute (BPM). The rule is intended to protect Chechen musical tradition from "polluting" Western influences like techno and pop. Artists have until June 1st to rewrite their compositions to comply with the new rhythmic standards.
Wagner Group Conflict, Prigozhin and Chechen Units
Yevgeny Prigozhin refuses to sign contracts with the Russian Defense Ministry, asserting that Wagner fighters will not come under military command. Meanwhile, Vladimir Putin calls for all volunteer units to formalize their status to receive social benefits. The Russian military has already signed a contract with the Chechen "Akhmad" unit led by Ramzan Kadyrov.
Chechen Leader Kadyrov and Tactical Nuclear Weapons
Ramzan Kadyrov, the leader of Russia's Chechen Republic, suggests that Moscow should consider using low-yield nuclear weapons following the retreat from Liman. The hosts discuss whether this is genuine military strategy or irresponsible rhetoric intended to hype up the conflict.
