In a surprising turn of events, Yevgeny Prigozhin, head of the Wagner Group, has halted the short-lived rebellion initiated by his mercenary forces in Russia. The Wagner troops had earlier seized key military installations in the southern city of Rostov-on-Don, escalating tensions in the region.
Vasily Golubev, the regional governor, confirmed that by Saturday night, Wagner forces had departed Rostov-on-Don and were returning to their field camps. “The city is gradually returning to normal,” Golubev stated, reassuring residents of the restoration of order.
On the ground, reports indicated that as restrictions were lifted, vehicles began lining up at gas stations, preparing to leave the city. Local supermarkets saw an influx of residents stocking up on essential supplies, reflecting the uncertainty that had gripped the city during the unrest.
The rapid escalation and subsequent de-escalation of the situation have raised questions about the stability of private military forces in Russia and their impact on regional security. Observers are closely monitoring the developments, given their potential implications for the broader geopolitical landscape.
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