Shamil Basayev

Shamil Salmanovich Basayev (Russian: ?????? ?????????? ??????) (born January 14, 1965) is a Chechen leading an armed group acting in the north Caucasus region of Russia, principally in Chechnya. Although some call him a "separatist" for his goal of achieving independence from Russia, many call him a "terrorist" for his intentional killing of unarmed civilians, including women and children. Since 2003, Basayev has also used the pseudonym and title Abdallah Shamil Abu-Idris, "Amir of the Brigade of Shahids 'Riyadus Salihiin'".

External links

• ABC News Basayev interview summary
• Sobaka (russ. dog) Dossier: Shamil Basayev.
• New Government in Chechnya; BBC; 1 January, 1998.
• Chechnya premier's alleged millions; BBC; 12 April, 1998.
• Chechen PM's resignation accepted; BBC; July 8, 1998.
• Warlord's warning to Russia; BBC; September 20, 1999.
• Chechen rebel vows to fight on; BBC; 14 July, 2000.
• Chechen warlord claims theatre attack; BBC; 1 November, 2002.
• Chechen rebel claims Beslan siege; BBC; 17 September, 2004
• Basayev Eludes Russian Capture; IWPR; 4 October, 2004.
• FMSO: A face of future battle: Chechen fighter Shamil Basayev
• Basayev claims moscow power cut; BBC; 27 May, 2005