Conversation so far:
What was Ibn al-Khattab's role in the first Chechen War?
Khattab gained great notoriety in Russia for his April 1996 ambush of a large armored column in Yaryshmardy.
What did Ibn al-Khattab accomplish in Chechnya in 1996?
Khattab became a prominent warlord and commanded the Arab Mujahideen in Chechnya.
Are there any other interesting aspects about Ibn al-Khattab besides his accomplishment in Chechnya in 1996?
Ibn al-Khattab set up a network of paramilitary camps.
How did Ibn al-Khattab's activity contribute to the war effort in Chechnya?
Ibn al-Khattab set up a network of paramilitary camps that trained not only Chechens, but also Muslims from the North Caucasian Russian republics and Central Asia.

Question: Was he recognized for his accomplishments?
Self-contained rewrite: Was Ibn al-Khattab recognized for his military accomplishments?