Rahima Posted March 9, 2005 Wednesday, March 09, 2005 President Aslan Maskhadov: Shaheed, Insha Allah! Source: Kavkaz On March 8 President of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria Aslan Maskhadov became a Shaheed (a Martyr), he fell in a battle in the village of Doikur-Aul (Tolstoy-Yurt). This report was confirmed by the Chechen Government. Moscow has not been making a secret out of extreme importance of what happened. And it has been stressed with a public report that Russian KGB/FSB chief Patrushev made to Putin. Putin was not concealing his joy either and right in front of a TV camera he issued an order to decorate the “distinguished onesâ€. Death of President Maskhadov has become the main news in media reports worldwide. And it is understandable: for quite a long time the figure of Chechen President has been determining in any affairs in the Caucasus. The invaders and puppets claim to be celebrating a victory. There really is a reason for temporary propagandistic euphoria. Now Putin and Co. will have an additional argument: “So who is there to negotiate with?†since President of Chechnya, elected without any help from the “councils of Europe†and betrayed by them, is now killed. It’s all true with the only substantial difference that in Chechnya there really is nobody else to be negotiating with because Aslan Maskhadov was the only person who believed that there was still something to talk about with Moscow. Now there is no such a person in Chechnya. Those who claim that the entire period of Russian-Chechen confrontation is now over once President Maskhadov is dead are absolutely right. By killing Maskhadov, the Kremlin has killed the last illusion in those Chechens who no matter what still believed in the so-called “international law†and civilized forms of communication with today’s regime in Moscow. A new period in the history of Russian-Chechen military confrontation has started with the death of CRI President. This period does not imply not only any negotiation, but even cessation of the war. The war will not cease, it will be stopped. But it will be stopped only when the threat from the North will be eliminated once and for all. Aslan Maskhadov is not the first Chechen President who became a Shaheed (a Martyr), Insha Allah (God Willing), and probably not the last Chechen leader who has to die in a battle for his country’s freedom. But Aslan Maskhadov became the first President, who was killed demonstratively and in a vile way in response to reaching out his hand of peace, and he was the last one who did reach out his hand for that purpose. We are asking God to accept the Jihad of President of Chechnya Aslan Maskhadov! God is Great!!! (Allah Akbar!!!) Movladi Udugov Chief of External Subcommittee of Informational Council (Majlis al-Shura) of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rahima Posted March 9, 2005 Statement by State Defence Council of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria Source: Kavkaz In the name of God, Most Merciful, Most Compassionate! Praise be to God, the Lord of the Worlds, Who made us Muslims. Peace and blessing be to Prophet Muhammad, to His Family, to His Disciples, and to all of those who follow the straight way of Allah until the Day of Judgment. And then: After the death of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), at the moment when many Muhajirs (driven-out settlers) and Ansars (companions-in-arms) were in grief, noble Abu Baqr said: “Those who were worshipping Muhammad, know that he died. Those who worship Allah, know that He lives eternally and will never die.†“And do not speak of those who are slain in Allah's way as dead; nay, (they are) alive, but you do not perceive†(The Koran, 2:154) State Defence Council of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria (CRI) hereby reports that in accordance with predetermination of Almighty Allah, President of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria, Commander-In-Chief of CRI State Defence Council became a Shaheed (Martyr), God Willing (Insha Allah), in a battle in the village of Doikur-Aul. Aslan Maskhadov has completely fulfilled his duty before God and before his people. Just as it befits a leader of a fighting Muslim nation, he was at the head of the Mujahideen (Fighters) until he breathed his last. Aslan Maskhadov has lived a worthy life and left this life with dignity, while keeping his honour and the honour of his fellow people. We are praying to God to accept the Jihad of the Commander-In-Chief of the Mujahideen! God is Great! Allah Akbar! State Defence Council of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria is also announcing that in accordance with CRI Constitution, CRI State Defence Council has the full governing authority throughout the entire territory of the Chechen State. State Defence Council of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria and Military Council of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria hereby order to all Commanders of CRI Armed Forces, to all Commanders of Units of Northern Caucasus Sectors and Directions, as well as to all mobile squads of Chechen troops operating on the territories of CRI and outside to keep carrying out their combat missions in accordance with the previously- ratified plan of the spring/summer military campaign. God is Great! Allah Akbar! State Defence Council of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oda_Nobunaga Posted March 10, 2005 allah yarxamahu a shaheed indeed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OG_Girl Posted March 10, 2005 May he rest in peace. He is not the first one and wont be the last one, hope Chechnians will carry on fighting Russian invaders. These people have right to get their freedom and I don't know why Russian don't want to give it to them! Salam Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Emperor Posted March 10, 2005 Alahuma-ir7am, Ilahaw kuu naxariiso Aamiin. Indeed Shaheed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rahima Posted March 10, 2005 ^ Inshallah the good fight will continue with the new leader. Thursday, March 10, 2005 Chechnya Rebels Name New Leader Source: BBC News Chechen rebels have named the successor to leader Aslan Maskhadov, killed in a Russian raid on Tuesday. The influential radical warlord Shamil Basayev said Abdul-Khalim Saydullayev, head of the rebels' so-called Sharia court, would take over until elections. Officials close to Maskhadov later confirmed the succession of Mr Saydullayev, a little-known cleric, following a decree signed last year. Meanwhile the dead leader's family has appealed for the return of his body. Maskhadov's widow, son and daughter made an impassioned plea to the international community to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin into releasing his remains. QUICK GUIDE The Chechen conflict "Under the pretext that the slain legitimate president Maskhadov was a so-called terrorist, the Russian leadership is not releasing his body for burial," the family said. Their plea came in a letter read out at a memorial service in the Azerbaijani capital Baku on Thursday. "That way, the pain of our loss is compounded. This is blasphemous and completely inexplicable in a modern civilised world." Maskhadov was killed in a special operation by Russia's security services in the village of Tolstoy-Yurt near the regional capital, Grozny. According to officials the body will be buried in an unmarked grave. Origins unclear In a message posted on the rebel Kavkaz Center website, Mr Basayev, who has claimed responsibility for the Beslan attack and the 2002 Moscow theatre siege, called on the rebels to continue their campaign against Russia. What happened in the raid? Obituary: Aslan Maskhadov Analysis: After Maskhadov He said Maskhadov had decreed that the head of the Sharia court would take over as caretaker in the event of his death. A rival website later carried a similar message from Akhmed Zakayev, Maskhadov's representative in the UK. Mr Saydullayev has been described as an expert on Islam and Sharia law, but there is some confusion about his origins and identity. The Russian gazeta.ru website, quoting Russian intelligence services, says he is a Saudi national who came to prominence in the rebel movement in 2002 because he was able to bring funds to the movement. Other sources, including Maskhadov's son, describe him as a native of the Chechen village of Stariye Atagi. Several pro-Moscow Chechen officials said they did not know who he was and suggested he might be a fictitious figure or a puppet of Mr Basayev. Mr Basayev and another field commander Doku Umarov are considered the most powerful rebel commanders and had been seen as possible candidates themselves. It is unclear if Maskhadov's killing will boost Russia's grip in Chechnya, experts say. Maskhadov, who was elected president of Chechnya in 1997, was seen as the most moderate of Chechnya's rebel leaders, analysts say, though Moscow blamed him for several major attacks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AYOUB Posted March 10, 2005 Statement by Commander Basayev In the name of God, Most Compassionate, Most Merciful Praise be to God, the Lord of the Worlds, Who created us Muslims and Who blessed us with Jihad on His Straight Way! Peace and blessing be to Prophet Muhammad, to his family, to his disciples and to all of those who follow the Straight Way until the Day of Judgment! And then: Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “Fight in the way of Allah in the morning or in the evening is better than anything above which the Sun rises and sets.†(Muslim) Congratulations to all Muslims that by the Mercy of Allah, President of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria, Commander-In-Chief of CRI Armed Forces, Amir (Commander) of State Defence Council of CRI Aslan Maskhadov has become a Shaheed (a Martyr), Insha Allah (God Willing). President Maskhadov died in a battle on the Straight Way of God. He travelled his part of this Way with dignity and showed an example of a true believing warrior; he showed an example of unexampled courage, perseverance, forbearance and strong Faith to all Muslims. O Allah, give him a degree of a Shaheed (Martyr) and bless the family of Aslan Maskhadov! Mujahideen (Warriors) come and go, and those who have been fighting for the sake of Maskhadov can now rest, but those who have been fighting for the sake of Allah -- for them Jihad is continuing. Based on the Enactment issued by President of CRI and based on the edict passed at the broad session of State Defence Council (Majlis al-Shura) of CRI, which took place in July-August 2002 with the participation of President, leadership of the Government and Parliament, as well as all Commanders of Fronts and Sectors of CRI Armed Forces, -- in case President of CRI dies or gets captured by the enemy, all of his duties are assumed by Chairman of the Supreme Shariah Court of CRI until free elections are conducted. Accordingly, all Muslims of Chechen Republic of Ichkeria, Caucasus and the entire Russia are obligated to take an oath of loyalty to the new President of CRI, Commander-In-Chief of CRI Armed Forces, Amir (Commander) of State Defence Council (Majlis al-Shura) of CRI, Sheikh Abdul Halim. I also swear to Allah to heed him and obey him for the sake of Allah in all that is allowed by the Shariah Law, to observe Nizam and to keep the Amanat. Allah Akbar! And may Allah help us on His Straight Way! God is Great! Allah Akbar! Military Commander Abdallah Shamil Abu Idris (Commander Shamil Basayev) Kavkaz Center 2005-03-10 17:44:31 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
