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Rinat AgliulinRussian Embassy Chef in Iraq, Kidnapped and Killed in 2006
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Content:
- Rinat Agliulin: Russian Embassy Cook and Iraq War Victim
- Fateful Attack in Baghdad
- Ultimatum and Execution
- Posthumous Recognition
Rinat Agliulin: Russian Embassy Cook and Iraq War Victim
Rinat Nailevich Agliulin, born January 1, 1978, served as a cook at the Russian Embassy in Iraq. His culinary journey began after completing his studies at a technical school in Tajikistan and serving in the military. Before joining the embassy, he worked as a chef at the prestigious "President-Hotel" complex, operated by the President of Russia's administration.
Fateful Attack in Baghdad
On June 3, 2006, tragedy struck when Agliulin and four other Russian diplomats came under fire near the embassy in Baghdad's Mansour district. Unknown assailants opened fire on their armored Chevrolet SUV, killing one of the guards. The attackers then abducted the remaining diplomats, including Agliulin, and transported them to an undisclosed location.
Ultimatum and Execution
The "Mujahedeen Shura Council" claimed responsibility for the kidnapping on June 19, 2006, demanding the withdrawal of Russian troops from Chechnya and the release of Islamist prisoners within 48 hours. Despite Russia's failure to comply, the Council initially sentenced the diplomats to death on June 21, 2006.
On June 24, 2006, the Council announced the execution of all four diplomats. A videotape depicting the murder of three of the victims was later sent to Al Jazeera. Russia subsequently acknowledged the authenticity of the footage, and President Vladimir Putin ordered special forces to apprehend and eliminate the perpetrators.
Posthumous Recognition
In recognition of his bravery and dedication, Rinat Agliulin was posthumously awarded the Order of Courage on July 20, 2006. On July 27, 2006, forensic experts from the FSB confirmed the identities of the diplomats on the videotape, prompting the Russian Prosecutor General's Office to open a criminal investigation.
