Way forward for Wagner mercenary group ‘taking shape’ following mutiny
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ussian safety officers entered a “period of confusion” after the rebel by Wagner mercenaries, British defence chiefs stated.
Warlord Yevgeny Prigozhin launched a rebel in opposition to Russia’s navy management final month, however backed down after a deal was brokered by Putin’s ally, President Lukashenko of Belarus.
Prighozin’s whereabouts are unknown, however in latest days an unverified picture of him in his underwear emerged on Russian chat boards.
In its newest intelligence replace, the UK’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) stated an “interim arrangement for the future of the Wagner group has started to take shape”.
They added: “On 12 July 2023, the Russian MoD announced that Wagner had handed over 2000 pieces of military equipment, including tanks. As of 15 July 2023, at least a small contingent of Wagner fighters have arrived at a camp in Belarus.
“Concurrently, some Wagner-associated social media groups have resumed activity, with a focus on highlighting the group’s activities in Africa.
“Based on recent announcements by Russian officials, the state is likely prepared to accept Wagner’s aspirations to maintain its extensive presence on the continent.”
It comes after Belarus confirmed it has reached an settlement with Wagner to coach its troops.
A defence ministry assertion stated: “We have developed a roadmap for… transfer of experience between different branches of the armed forces.”