Events tagged with "yevgeny prigozhin"

Historical Events tagged with "yevgeny prigozhin"

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Military & Warfare

Wagner Group's Insurrection Against Russia's Leadership

June 24th, 2023 1 years ago

Yevgeny Prigozhin, leader of the Wagner Group, initiated an armed uprising against the Russian government. This dramatic move was sparked by tensions over the group's involvement in the Ukraine conflict and alleged mistreatment by the Russian military. The insurrection began in the city of Rostov-on-Don, where Wagner forces seized control of military installations, and quickly escalated towards Moscow, raising questions about the stability of President Vladimir Putin's regime. The situation evolved rapidly, capturing global attention.