The Plot Thickens: Kadyrov’s “Thank You” Note to Elon

It all started when Kadyrov, in a move that left everyone scratching their heads, decided to send a warm thank you note to Elon Musk via his favorite platform, Telegram. "Elon, thank you! Come to Grozny, I will receive you as the most dear guest! I do not think that our Russian MFA will be against such a trip. And, of course, we are waiting for your new developments that will contribute to the completion of the SMO," Kadyrov gushed, as if inviting Elon over for tea and a chat about the latest advancements in electric warfare.

But it didn’t stop there. Oh no. Kadyrov also posted a video of himself cruising around in none other than a shiny Tesla Cybertruck, a vehicle so rare that even Tesla fanboys are still waiting for theirs. In the video, Kadyrov makes it clear: "Elon Musk will be pleased... The boys will be pleased... this is gonna be a good vehicle... thanks to Elon Musk for this truck... Musk, we are waiting for you." So there it is, folks—straight from the horse’s mouth, with a Cybertruck to boot.

Media vs. Musk: The Battle Begins

Naturally, Twitter erupted like a soda bottle with Mentos inside. Journalists, Twitter sleuths, and media outlets like Anton Gerashchenko and Nexta TV quickly pointed out the obvious: Kadyrov said he got a Tesla Cybertruck from Elon Musk and planned to send it to the front lines, complete with a machine gun.

Now, if someone tells you they got a gift, and they’re driving said gift around town, it’s usually safe to assume they’re telling the truth. Right?

Not according to Elon. In a fit of online indignation, Musk shot back: "Are you seriously so retarded that you think I donated a Cybertruck to a Russian general? That’s amazing 🤣🤣." Classic Elon—when in doubt, throw out an insult and a few emojis for good measure.

Enter the Twitter Police: Community Notes to the Rescue

But here’s where things get really interesting. Within moments, Twitter’s Community Notes swooped in to save the day. Their mission? To add a note to the tweets about Kadyrov’s Cybertruck joyride, stating: "The Cybertruck is a production (not military) vehicle, and well over 10,000 have been produced thus far. It would not be difficult to acquire one and transport it to another part of the world. There is no evidence that Elon 'provided' the vehicle, and Elon denies it."

Hold up. So, Kadyrov has the Cybertruck, says it’s from Musk, and is literally driving the thing in front of our eyes. Meanwhile, Musk, with no documents or physical proof, just his word and a snarky tweet, says he didn’t send it. And we’re supposed to take Musk’s word over the actual, physical evidence sitting in Kadyrov’s driveway? Seems legit, right?

The Hypocrisy of Elon’s Free Speech Crusade

Here’s the kicker: Musk has been banging the drum of “free speech” ever since he took over Twitter, letting just about anyone say just about anything. But when it comes to his own reputation, suddenly there’s a whole lot of “clarifying” going on. The Community Notes feature, usually as slow as a dial-up connection in the ‘90s, sprang into action with the speed of a Starship launch when Musk’s name was on the line. Funny how that works.

Meanwhile, Kadyrov’s statements—complete with video evidence—were brushed aside like crumbs on a Tesla showroom floor. Sure, Kadyrov might not be the most trustworthy guy, but he does have that shiny Cybertruck, and he’s driving it around for all to see. Musk? Just words, no proof. And yet, Twitter’s truth cops decided Musk’s denial was all we needed to hear.

Conclusion: When Free Speech is Convenient

So here we are, watching the free speech absolutist twist and turn in the wind when it’s his own name being dragged through the mud. Musk’s swift response and Twitter’s eager defense reveal a lot about who gets to speak freely and who gets the “fact-check” hammer dropped on them. When it’s Musk, suddenly Twitter’s all about setting the record straight. But for the rest of us? Good luck getting that kind of treatment.

At the end of the day, this whole saga with Kadyrov’s Cybertruck isn’t just about a car. It’s about who gets to control the narrative and how quickly the rules can change when the boss is the one in the hot seat. And if this is what “free speech” looks like under Musk, we might need to find a new champion for the cause—preferably one who doesn’t come with his own set of double standards.

And let’s not ignore the all-too-familiar desire to please the boss—a trait we usually see in dictatorship countries and toxic management companies. It seems that even on a platform supposedly dedicated to free speech, when the big boss Elon is involved, everyone jumps to attention, eager to curry favor. Funny how that works, isn’t it?