Wagner statement from Russia

In an interview with Russia Today, Lavrov assessed Wagner’s attempt to rebel against the Russian administration.

Referring to Lukashenko’s role in resolving the Wagner crisis by peaceful means, Lavrov said: “On the morning of June 24, the two leaders (Lukashenko and Russian President Vladimir Putin) spoke on the phone and said that Lukashenko wanted to see the situation peacefully to avoid the bloodshed that would inevitably occur if the rebel troops continued to advance towards Moscow. He has repeatedly explained in detail that he is in favor of a solution by various means. This proposal was supported by President Putin.” saying.

“MANY COUNTRIES GIVE SUPPORT”

Lavrov claimed that on June 24, when the Wagner revolt took effect, the leaders of many partner countries called Russian President Putin and gave him messages of support and said they were confident that the situation would be under control.

“WE DON’T CARE ABOUT THE REST”

Asked if the failed uprising would cause problems in Russia’s relations with its foreign partners, Lavrov replied: “Not with partners and friends. We don’t care about the rest. The West’s collective relationship with us was severed on his initiative.” he performed the assessment of it.

Lavrov said that Western countries will see what they want “when they come to their senses and make proposals to restore relations.”

“WAGNER’S MISSION IN CENTRAL AFRICA WILL CONTINUE”

Asked whether the Wagner crisis will have a negative impact on Russia’s image as a stabilizing power in Africa, Lavrov noted that the Central African Republic and Mali are the countries that have officially requested a private military company from Russia, adding that these countries are The French and other countries said that when he was abandoned by the Europeans, he faced bandits.

Expressing that he turned to Wagner to demand the security of the administrations of the African countries in question, Lavrov said: “In addition to their relations with Wagner, these countries have contacts with our administration. At his request, several hundred soldiers serve as instructors in the Central African Republic. This work will continue.” he said.

Lavrov also said that preparations for the Africa-Russia Summit are in full swing.

“WE WERE EXPECTED TO BE BLOODY”

Stating that the West was stuck in the method of “making the dream seem real” regarding the events of June 24, Lavrov said: “I watched how the events were reflected in Russia. CNN wrote that US intelligence was aware of the preparations for the rebellion a few days ago, but decided not to tell anyone, hoping the rebellion would succeed. CNN published a story yesterday that was based on US intelligence analysts. According to the report, Prigozhin’s[Wagner founder Yevgeny’s]march on Moscow was expected to meet much more resistance and be much bloodier than it actually was.” he said.

Lavrov described the accusations that Russia was planning a terrorist attack on the Zaporozhye nuclear power plant as “nonsense”. (AA)