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military2 years ago

Russia Appoints New Air Force Leader Amidst Rebellion Allegations

Russia has reportedly named Col. Gen. Viktor Afzalov as the new head of the country's Aerospace Forces, replacing Gen. Sergei Surovikin, who was dismissed following a brief rebellion against the military establishment. Surovikin was believed to have had close ties with the head of the Wagner mercenary group, Yevgeny Prigozhin, who led the rebellion. The appointment of Afzalov comes amidst ongoing speculation and suspicion surrounding the circumstances of Prigozhin's recent death in a private plane crash.

via ABC News|
#aerospace-forces#military#rebellion
politics2 years ago

Russian Security Shake-Up: Surovikin and Shoigu Dismissed, Mobilization Announced

Russian General Sergei Surovikin has been officially relieved of duty as the commander of the Aerospace Forces following his suspected involvement in the deadly military coup in June. Surovikin, who had close ties with Wagner Group boss Yevgeny Prigozhin, had not been seen in public since June 24 when he pleaded with the Wagner mercenaries to end their violent uprising. Speculation about his whereabouts and fate had been circulating for months, with reports suggesting he had been detained and interrogated. The news of his dismissal was announced by journalist Alexei Venediktov, and several pro-Kremlin Telegram channels confirmed the firing, stating that President Vladimir Putin's decree was signed last week but kept secret.

via The Daily Beast|
#military-coup#politics#russia
militarypolitics2 years ago

Russian General Sergei Surovikin Found Safe and Resting, Lawmaker Confirms

Sergei Surovikin, a Russian general and deputy commander of Moscow's military operation in Ukraine, has not been seen in public since the Wagner Group mutiny. A Russian lawmaker stated that Surovikin is currently "resting" and not available. Reports suggest that he had advance knowledge of the mutiny, but there is no official confirmation of his whereabouts or arrest. The Wagner rebellion, led by Yevgeny Prigozhin, posed a significant challenge to President Putin, but a deal brokered by Belarusian President Lukashenko ended the rebellion. An uneasy ceasefire is now being observed between Russia and Wagner.

via Al Jazeera English|
#militarypolitics#mutiny#resting
politics2 years ago

The Wagner Group's Influence and Russia's Military Dynamics

Questions have arisen regarding the support the Wagner Group received from within the Russian army during their brief revolt. Military experts suggest that collaboration is likely, as the Wagner fighters were using equipment from the Russian army and would have had to pass through important garrisons without facing opposition. US intelligence sources claim that General Sergei Surovikin, the former commander of Russian troops in Ukraine, had advance knowledge of the revolt. However, some observers believe these claims may be part of an information operation to help Surovikin cleanse his record and regain a prominent position within the military. The role of private armies like the Wagner Group in Russia's military strategy and the growing mistrust among military officers remain unclear.

via DW (English)|
#politics#private-armies#russian-army
politics2 years ago

"Unraveling the Intricacies: Russia's General Armageddon, Ukraine War, and Wagner Group Exposed"

Sergei Surovikin, known as "General Armageddon," has disappeared from public view following the Wagner Group's failed mutiny, amid rumors that he has been detained for his alleged involvement in the insurrection. The Kremlin has neither confirmed nor denied the reports, stating that there are many speculations surrounding the events. Surovikin, the former commander of the war in Ukraine, has not been seen since Saturday, and there are claims that he knew in advance about the planned insurrection. The Financial Times has reported that Surovikin has been detained, but his second in command denies this. The swift progress of the Wagner forces during the rebellion has raised questions about the involvement of senior regime figures.

via POLITICO Europe|
#arrest-rumors#kremlin#politics