Putin's Broken Promises and Threats to the Regime

Putin's broken promise to Yevgeny Prigogine and his subsequent actions undermine the trust and loyalty within the Putin system. This is deeply corrosive to a system that relies on understandings and promises among insiders. The inconsistency in Putin's actions demonstrates his inability to manage the system effectively, as seen in his handling of the Prigogine mutiny. This creates an atmosphere of fear and suspicion, leading to potential witch hunts and infighting within the regime. Moreover, the killing of Prigogine turns him into a subversive myth, fueling the narrative that it is patriotic to be anti-Putin. This poses a significant threat to the regime and further fractures the loyalty within its ranks.