The commander of the volunteer 48th Special Operations Battalion, Lenur Islyamov, has been removed from his position.
The commander of the 48th Separate Assault Battalion named after Noman Chelebidzhikhan, Lenur Islyamov, has been removed from his position. This information was reported by the 48th OSHB named after Noman Chelebidzhikhan, as conveyed by UNN.
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This information was made public in a statement from the battalion's fighters, who demand that decisions be made to ensure the effectiveness of their unit is not compromised. The soldiers emphasize that their former commander, Lenur Islyamov, played a pivotal role in establishing the battalion, which primarily consists of volunteers from temporarily occupied territories. Thanks to his determination and unity, the unit has become a symbol of the struggle for the liberation of the seized lands.
Therefore, the fighters highlight the necessity of maintaining the battalion's combat readiness, which has proven its capability to undertake complex combat missions since its inception.
According to the military, replacing the commander during active combat operations could undermine trust and demoralize the troops. They urge the command to make a thoughtful decision that will not jeopardize the battalion's achievements or dismantle it.