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international-politics2 years ago•5 min saved

The Future of Wagner Group After Prigozhin's Death

A close confidant of Yevgeniy Prigozhin, leader of the Wagner Group, has suggested that the fatal plane crash that killed Prigozhin and two top aides last month may have been an internal hit, indicating that no one in Russian leadership can be trusted and no one is safe. Western analysts believe that President Vladimir Putin may have ordered Prigozhin's death as retribution for his rebellion against top military officials. The comments highlight the ongoing divisions within Russia's elite and the country's military reputation, as well as the recent scrutiny faced by Russian commanders over the efficacy of their air defenses.

via The Washington Post|

#internal-hit #international-politics #plane-crash

politics2 years ago•14 min saved

Unveiling the Potential Threat to Putin's Power: The Wagner Rebellion and its Global Implications

The failed mutiny against Vladimir Putin by Yevgeny Prigozhin has highlighted the importance of armed factions in Russian politics. The current Minister of Defense, Sergei Shoigu, controls the army, navy, and air force and is a skilled political operator, but his recent military failures have tarnished his brand. Another potential power player is Sergei Surovikin, the commander of the Aerospace Forces, who gained public credibility during the Ukraine war. The FSB, Russia's most powerful armed agency, led by Alexander Bortnikov and Nikolai Patrushev, could also play a role in removing Putin if they deemed him a liability. Viktor Zolotov, the head of Russia's national guard, is another figure to watch as he commands a large force and answers directly to Putin.

via The Telegraph|

#armed-forces #politics #power-struggle

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Wagner Group's Struggle for Power and Influence in Ukraine.

The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) has reported that there is no evidence to suggest that discussions have taken place among Kremlin leaders to "neutralize" the Wagner Group, despite claims made by the group's financier, Yevgeny Prigozhin. The ISW suggests that Prigozhin is laying the foundation to blame Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev for Wagner Group's failures and potential crackdowns the group might face, as well as for fabricating a scenario in which Wagner poses a domestic threat to Russia. Prigozhin has been frequently critical of Russian leadership and recently claimed that he was cut off from Russian government communication channels, a sign of possible retaliation by the Kremlin over the public criticism.

via Newsweek|

#kremlin #politics #russian-leadership