Complex sentence: Following Emir Askhab's death in early 2005, Vadalov was named Commander of the Gudermes region; however, while a capable small-unit commander, Vadalov struggled when in control of a larger fighting force that required a broader strategic perspective.
Split into simpler sentences: Following Emir Askhab's death in early 2005, Vadalov was named Commander of the Gudermes region. However, while a capable small-unit commander, Vadalov struggled when in control of a larger fighting force that required a broader strategic perspective.