Conversation so far:
What was al-Khattab's role in the first Chechen War?
that same year, he entered Chechnya, posing as a television reporter.
What did he accomplish in Chechnya that year?
Khattab participated in fighting Russian forces and acted as an intermediary financier between foreign Muslim funding sources and the local fighters.
Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
To help secure funding and spread the message of resistance, he was frequently accompanied by at least one cameraman.
How did his activity contribute to the war effort?
His units were credited with several devastating ambushes on Russian columns in the Chechen mountains.
Was he recognized for his accomplishments?
gave Khattab two of the highest Chechen military awards, the Order of Honor and the Brave Warrior medal, and.
What other accolades did he receive?
and the Brave Warrior medal, and promoted him to the rank of general.

Question: What did he do after the first Chechen War?
Self-contained rewrite: What did al-Khattab do after the first Chechen War?