Kremlin’s Wagner crisis statement: Putin promised some things

Kremlin spokesman Peskov made remarks to reporters in the capital Moscow about Wagner’s attempt to rebel against the Russian administration, which took place last week.

Responding to the question about the fate of the Wagner mercenary group and its leader, Yevgeny Prigojin, who rebelled against the Russian administration, Peskov stated that he did not have any information on this issue, saying: “I cannot give more details on this issue. Some of the fighters will be able to sign contracts with the (Russian) Defense Minister, some will be able to return home, and some will be able to cross into Belarus.” saying.

Referring to Wagner’s crisis resolution process, Peskov said: “Some people have done a great job. The president (Putin) showed willingness to prevent the development of events with the worst scenario. Some agreements were made to avoid the worst case scenario, and Putin promised some things. Agreements are implemented. Putin’s promise is being implemented. Of course, we want each party to strictly implement their promises.” he said.

Dmitriy Peskov stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko constantly discussed this issue.

Assessing the analyzes made that events in Russia discredited Putin, Peskov stated that they did not agree with such views and that they were “empty”.

LUKASENKO: WAGNER LEADER IN BELARUS

Belarusian President Lukashenko made remarks in the capital Minsk about Wagner’s attempt to rebel against the Russian administration.

Giving information about the fate of Wagner founder Prigokhin, Lukashenko stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin fulfilled the guarantees regarding Prigokhin, saying: “Yes, Prigokhin is in Belarus today. They can stay in Belarus for a while, as I promised. We will help you with that.” saying.

Lukashenko stated that they consulted with Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Hrenin on how they can help Wagner.

“As Hrenin said, such a unit is needed in our army. I agree with this view. Then he speaks. Fine if his commanders come to us and help us. it’s an experience. These are frontline assault groups. They will be able to give us information on what weapon works and how, and how to attack and defend. We can get this information from the Wagner warriors. This is very valuable information.”

Lukashenko claimed that the information that Wagner would take provocative actions of Belarus during the NATO Summit was also “false”.

THE FUTURE OF WAGNER’S PRESENCE IN SYRIA IS WONDERFUL

Wagner’s group began appearing in Syria after Russia launched a military intervention in Syria in October 2015.

Wagner is located in Tedmur, located in the central region of Homs province, in the Mazar and Kasır Muvali regions of Hama province, in the Deir ez-Zor province in the east of the country, Cerrah airport in the north, in the Han Sheikhun district of Idlib, in the Maasran and Marsorin regions, on the Nabi Yunus hill of Latakia province and in Qamishli In addition to its duty to protect bases, it participates in military operations organized by Syria against the armed opposition.

The Wagner group participated in military operations in Syria with the Syrian Army and Iran in different regions with the special units of the 25th Division, the 5th Corps, the 4th Corps, the 76th Brigade of the 6th Division and the 875th Division.

The future of the Wagner group, which provides intense military support to Syria, is one of the most curious after the conflict with the Russian administration.

INTERVIEW WITH FOREIGN MINISTERS OF FOUR COUNTRIES WITH RUSSIA

French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna, Latvian Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkevics, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis and Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna discussed the situation in Ukraine and the latest events in Russia.

The ministers meeting in Paris made statements at the joint press conference they held. Noting that the situation in Ukraine was discussed at the meeting of four, Colonna stated that the events that took place in Russia over the weekend showed the tensions and fractures in this country.

Pointing out that there are too many uncertainties regarding the events in question, Colonna said: “The full consequences of these events are still unclear.” saying.

The French minister also stated that they discussed the NATO Summit to be held in Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, on July 11 and 12.

“WE MAKE THE NECESSARY DECISIONS”

Latvian Foreign Minister Rinkevics said that during the meeting they discussed the issue of security, the European Political Community and events in Russia.

Emphasizing that the latest events in Russia are an internal matter, Rinkevics said that it takes time to examine the situation in Russia and its effects on regional security.

Rinkevics noted that they closely followed statements by Russian President Vladimir Putin that fighters from the Russian security company Wagner could go to Belarus.

“We will take the necessary decisions to strengthen the security of the eastern flank (of Europe),” the Latvian minister said. He stressed the need to continue supplying Ukraine with arms and ammunition.

Stating that Russia and Belarus should be treated equally in terms of sanctions, Rinkevics expressed his expectation that Sweden would join NATO.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Landsbergis stated that Russia is carrying out disinformation, especially in Africa and Latin America, and called to combat it.

Estonian Foreign Minister Tsahkna stated that it is important to focus on helping Ukraine and use frozen Russian assets to rebuild Ukraine.

WAGNER’S CRISIS

Yevgeny Prigojin, the founder of the private security company Wagner, accused the Russian military of carrying out an attack on Wagner and threatened retaliation. Wagner’s fighters left Ukraine and entered the Rostov border region on June 24.

Faced with this situation, the Federal Security Service (FSB) opened a criminal case on the charge of “armed riots”.

Russian President Vladimir Putin also described Wagner’s rebellion as “treason”.

An anti-terrorist operation was declared in the Russian regions close to the border with Ukraine, especially in the capital Moscow and the Moscow region.

It was reported that Yevgeny Prigojin accepted the proposal of the President of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko, to reduce tensions in Russia. Thereupon, Prigokhin announced that he understood the responsibility for the shedding of Russian blood on one of the parties and that they would reject their convoys and return to the camps.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitriy Peskov stated that the criminal case against Prigokhin will be closed, saying: “Prigokhin will go to Belarus.” he had used the phrase. (AA)