Neither Vladimir V. Putin nor the leader of the Wagner mercenary group made public appearances on Sunday, a day after an armed rebellion shook the nation.
Tag: Coups D’Etat and Attempted Coups D’Etat
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Blinken Says Wagner Rebellion in Russia Shows Cracks in Putin’s Power
A brief revolt by the leader of the Wagner mercenary group was a challenge to the authority of President Vladimir Putin of Russia, the secretary of state said during TV appearances on Sunday.
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Yevgeny Prigozhin leads Wagner troops into Russia
A Russian mercenary leader claimed he controls a military headquarters in southern Russia, and Vladimir Putin vowed to take action.
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Wagner Chief Seizes a Military Compound After Criticizing Russia Generals
The Wagner chief’s broadside against the Russian military establishment has escalated tensions drastically, but it isn’t yet clear how much of a threat the situation poses to the Kremlin.
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How Turkey’s Erdogan Rose to Power
Turkey’s leader faced a criminal conviction, mass protests and a coup. Instead of hurting or ending his political career, they helped him accumulate ever more control.