UN Secretary General expresses concern over military mutiny in Russia
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres followed with concern the attempted military insurgency in Russia, reported “RIA Novosti” with reference to the press service of the Secretary General.
“The Secretary General followed the developments in the Russian Federation with concern. He is aware of the latest reports on measures to reduce tensions. He calls on all parties involved to continue to act responsibly to avoid further tensions.
On the evening of June 23, in social networks associated with the head of Wagner PMC Yevgeny Prigozhin, on his behalf, it was announced about a missile attack on one of the rear camps of a military company. The Ministry of Defense said that reports of strikes are not true and are “an informational provocation.” Then “Wagner” blockaded Rostov-on-Don and took control of the city’s military installations. The Investigation Department of the FSB of Russia opened a criminal case on the organization of an armed rebellion against Prigozhin.
On June 24, the Kremlin announced the agreements reached with Prigozhin. President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko held talks with him, Prigozhin agreed to take measures to de-escalate the situation. In particular, the founder of the PMC announced the return of fighters and equipment to field camps. It was decided to close the criminal case against the businessman.
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