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The Truth of the Matter
Prigozhin's Demise
Aug 25, 2023
Yevgeny Prigozhin's alleged death and its impact on the future of the Wagner Group and Russia's foreign policy. Investigation into a plane crash believed to be orchestrated by the Kremlin. The uncertainty and potential fragmentation within the Wagner network under new leadership. The importance of loyalty dynamics and trust among Wagner troops. Implications of a leadership transition for Western policymakers and African regional actors.
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- The alleged assassination of Prigosian raises questions about the future of the Wagner Group and how Putin will manage its operational structure and personnel, while advancing Russia's foreign policy.
- The death of Prigosian raises concerns about the impact on the war in Ukraine and highlights the need for the West to monitor and expose gaps in Wagner's narrative and explore alternative partnerships in Africa to address security challenges.
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The Alleged Death of Wagner Group Head Prigosian
A jet crash in Russia between Moscow and St. Petersburg is believed to have resulted in the deaths of Evgeny Prigosian and Dimitri Utkin, leaders of the Wagner Group. Reports from Wagner-linked social media and Russian state media suggest that both leaders were on board, although independent confirmation is lacking. US intelligence assessments suggest that the crash was an intentional assassination, caused by an explosion on board. The Russian government has pledged to conduct a full investigation, but skepticism remains. The future of the Wagner Group and its operational structure, as well as potential replacements for Prigosian, are topics of interest.
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