Russia: Prigozhin Hits Back After Putin Threatens Punishment for Wagner ‘ Mutiny’
The article featuring in WIRE- discusses the escalating tensions in Russia involving the Wagner Group, a private military company. Russian authorities have called for the arrest of Wagner Group leader Yevgeny Prigozhin, who has responded by claiming that his forces are composed of Russian “patriots” and rejecting the idea of surrender. Ukrainian forces have stated that they are “watching” the situation unfold. Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has pledged support for the Kremlin against the armed uprising by the Wagner Group. The British Prime Minister and the Polish President have both commented on the situation, with Britain describing it as Russia’s “most significant challenge in recent times.” The website also reports unverified videos showing soldiers and tanks in the city of Rostov-on-Don, where the Wagner Group claims to have occupied key military objects. Moscow has declared a counterterrorism state of emergency and increased security measures. Russian President Vladimir Putin has described the situation as an “armed mutiny” and vowed to punish those involved. The Russian army has offered safety guarantees to Wagner fighters who cease their rebellion. The United States is monitoring the situation and consulting with allies. The article speculates on the possibility of Russian forces facing off against the Wagner Group. The Russian Defense Ministry has accused Ukrainian troops of taking advantage of the situation to prepare for an assault on Bakhmut.
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