According to Kadyrov, they have known Surovikin for 15 years.
The head of Chechnya stressed that during all this time he was convinced of the full professionalism of the army general.
“I am completely sure that under his leadership the special operation will be completed successfully, and if necessary, we will give a powerful rebuff to NATO troops, which I have no doubt...,” Kadyrov said.
The politician also wished Surovikin happiness, success and health.
Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Surovikin on his birthday by phone.
On October 8, the Ministry of Defense announced that Army General Sergei Surovikin had been appointed commander of the joint group of troops in the area of the special military operation.