Prominent Russian mercenary Yevgeny Prigozhin‘s death in plane crash sparks speculation over causes and implications for Wagner Group‘s future
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In a shocking development, Yevgeny Prigozhin, the influential leader of Russia’s Wagner mercenary group, perished in a plane crash north of Moscow. The crash occurred just two months after Prigozhin led an unsuccessful mutiny against the top military brass. The fate of this powerful figure, who had clashed with the army’s leadership over its handling of Russia’s conflict in Ukraine, remained unconfirmed by official sources, leaving room for speculation. A Telegram channel linked to Wagner declared him deceased, extolling his heroism and patriotism while accusing unidentified entities of being “traitors to Russia.”
🚨 It's confirmed, #Prigozhin is dead.
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Telegram channels linked to the #Wagner group have warned of "consequences" following the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the group's alleged founder and financier.
One channel said that the "Kremlin will be taken" if #Prigozhin's death is not… pic.twitter.com/purjgcl0g5
The crash site revealed somber scenes, with black body bags and aircraft debris strewn near a wooded area. Mourning citizens placed flowers and candles near Wagner’s headquarters in St. Petersburg. The circumstances surrounding the crash sparked debates, pointing fingers at various potential culprits, including the Russian state and Ukraine.
Prigozhin’s death leaves not only questions about his demise but also about the future of the Wagner Group. This mercenary organization previously shook the establishment with a failed armed uprising against the military’s top ranks. The aircraft involved, a Brazilian Embraer Legacy 600 model, suffered a precipitous descent in its final moments, raising concerns about the cause.
**BREAKING**
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Wagner affiliated channel Gray Zone, Officially confirms Prigozhin’s death.#Moscow #Wagner #YevgenyPrigozhin #Prigozhin #Russia pic.twitter.com/8R8SQ5pA1I pic.twitter.com/w3suA41M8d
Among the casualties was Dmitry Utkin, Prigozhin’s right-hand man and co-founder of Wagner, who played a key role in the mercenary group’s activities. The crash has ignited speculation that surface-to-air missiles might have been responsible. The incident adds to a growing list of mysterious deaths and near-fatal incidents involving individuals opposing President Vladimir Putin’s interests.
Prigozhin’s demise also potentially impacts Russia’s actions in Africa and other regions, given Wagner’s active role. As Russia mourns the loss, questions remain about the circumstances leading to this tragic incident. The shadowy nature of the event and the powerful figures involved paint a complex picture, leaving many unanswered questions about the fate of Yevgeny Prigozhin and the future of the Wagner Group.
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