Azamat Iskaliev

Azamat Iskaliev is a 37-year-old former convict who gained notoriety for committing violent crimes after being released from prison to serve in the Ukrainian conflict. He was initially sentenced to nine years in prison for murdering his wife in 2021 but was granted clemency in exchange for military service. Upon his return to civilian life, he was convicted of stabbing his ex-girlfriend over 60 times in 2024, highlighting the potential societal risks posed by returning soldiers who were previously incarcerated.