When I published my last update on the Wagner mutiny in Russia, it was 8 am in Moscow. Prigozhin took control of Rostov-on-Don and Wagner troops have been seen moving further in the direction of Moscow. His actions were called criminal and treasonous by the FSB, but there was no word from the president.
Well, it's certainly an interesting story. But whatever happens, psychopaths of some kind are likely to be in charge in Russia, so the need to protect Ukraine will remain. I'm hoping to find news regarding what the obstacles are to NATO membership for Ukraine, which is the only way Ukraine will ever be safe.
What has been the response of the regular Russian troops? Is Prigozhin finding sympathizers in the military ranks?
If all he has are his own Wagner PMC forces, he's probably going to fail. If he attracts support from the regular Russian army, he might cause considerable mischief at the very least.
I've a houseful of teenagers one of whom is Ukranian - we've been watching, gripped. We cooked Borscht and sang anthems. This morning I see they've cut a deal to regroup in Belarus. We don't know what this means for Ukraine.
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Well, it's certainly an interesting story. But whatever happens, psychopaths of some kind are likely to be in charge in Russia, so the need to protect Ukraine will remain. I'm hoping to find news regarding what the obstacles are to NATO membership for Ukraine, which is the only way Ukraine will ever be safe.
What has been the response of the regular Russian troops? Is Prigozhin finding sympathizers in the military ranks?
If all he has are his own Wagner PMC forces, he's probably going to fail. If he attracts support from the regular Russian army, he might cause considerable mischief at the very least.
How many Russians are getting Prighozin's messages, and are they buying them? I don't know who to root for, other than the Russian people!
Thanks Nikita for the excellent reporting, with translated primary sources and photos. Gold.
https://twitter.com/AricToler/status/1672618069619867652?s=20
Thanks, this is incredible stuff to read and think on. Hope your family is safe.
A Monday home from work due to paramilitary unrest,this all must seem unreal to local people.
Thank you bringing me / us this information !
I've a houseful of teenagers one of whom is Ukranian - we've been watching, gripped. We cooked Borscht and sang anthems. This morning I see they've cut a deal to regroup in Belarus. We don't know what this means for Ukraine.