Elon Musk Denies Claims of Remotely Disabling Kadyrov's Cybertruck

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov claims that Elon Musk remotely disabled his militarized Tesla Cybertruck, which Kadyrov had previously showcased with a mounted machine gun and described as a gift from Musk. Musk has publicly denied gifting the Cybertruck to Kadyrov, noting that U.S. sanctions would prohibit its export to Chechnya, and the acquisition method remains unclear. Kadyrov criticized Musk for allegedly deactivating the vehicle, calling the action 'unmanly' and asserting that he had to tow the disabled truck. The incident has raised questions about the security and remote control capabilities of Tesla vehicles, as well as the potential misuse of such technology in conflict zones. This controversy also brings international attention to Tesla’s brand reputation amid ongoing scrutiny and geopolitical tensions.