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international-politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Zelensky: Putin's Crumbling Power and Weak Reactions

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Russian President Vladimir Putin "weak" and claimed that his power is "crumbling" in an exclusive interview with CNN. Zelensky highlighted Putin's weak response to the recent Wagner rebellion and stated that Putin does not have control over the situation in certain regions of Russia. Zelensky also revealed that Ukrainian intelligence reports indicate that half of Russia supports the Wagner boss and the paramilitary group's mutiny. He expressed his ultimate goal of liberating Crimea, which was annexed by Russia in 2014, stating that the war is not over until Crimea is returned to Ukraine.

via Yahoo News|

#international-politics #russia #ukraine

international-politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Zelensky: Putin's Power Crumbling, Ukraine Stands Firm on Territorial Integrity

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Russian President Vladimir Putin "weak" and stated that Putin is losing control of his own people, following the armed Wagner rebellion. Zelensky claimed that Putin's reaction to the rebellion was weak and that he doesn't control everything, as evidenced by Wagner's movement deep into Russia. Zelensky also revealed that Ukrainian intelligence reports showed half of Russia supported the Wagner boss and the paramilitary group's mutiny. Zelensky's ultimate goal is to liberate Crimea, which was annexed by Russia in 2014.

via CNN|

#international-politics #russia #ukraine

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Putin's Surprising Selfies: From Long Tables to Kissing Regular Russians"

Russian President Vladimir Putin, known for his germaphobia and preference for meeting people at ridiculously long tables, was photographed this week taking selfies and kissing regular Russians in an effort to do damage control after the Wagner rebellion. This marked his first public walkabout with members of the public since the pandemic began. The images provided a stark contrast to his usual meetings at long tables, which were used as a precaution against COVID-19. Experts suggest that the rebellion may have weakened Putin's position of power.

via Yahoo News|

#germaphobe #politics #public-appearance

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

The Wagner Rebellion: Kremlin Investigation and Global Impact

The Kremlin is facing a sweeping investigation into the recent mercenary rebellion led by Yevgeniy Prigozhin's Wagner group, with questions arising about the whereabouts of Gen. Sergei Surovikin, commander of the Russian aerospace forces. Some members of the Russian elite are showing loyalty to President Putin, while rumors circulate about support for Prigozhin from the military or security services. The investigation aims to determine how the situation spiraled out of control and who is responsible. The Kremlin is trying to project an image of normalcy, but questions persist about Putin's failure to control the situation.

via The Washington Post|

#gen-sergei-surovikin #investigation #kremlin

international-politics2 years ago•0 min saved

China's Concerns Grow as Wagner and Russia Face Turmoil

China has provided limited coverage of the Wagner Rebellion, a paramilitary group-led insurrection in Russia that threatens to destabilize a close partner of China. While Chinese leaders have not publicly responded to the situation, state media coverage has been minimal, in contrast to in-depth coverage in most Western media.

via The Wall Street Journal|

#china #international-politics #media-coverage