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Palace intrigue: the Kremlin after the mutiny

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Aftermath of the Uprising

This chapter examines the dramatic mutiny in Russia led by a key ally of Putin, triggered by grievances over military support during an ongoing foreign conflict. It discusses the implications for Putin's authority, the purported amnesty deal, and the internal tensions within pro-war factions, revealing cracks in the Kremlin's power structure. Additionally, the chapter highlights changing public perceptions towards the government and the potential for future conflict among mercenaries previously loyal to the mutineer.

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