Staff Reports
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner Group, tragically died in a plane crash near Moscow. The crash happened shortly after takeoff, and sadly, all 10 people on board were killed. The Russian civil aviation authority confirmed that Prigozhin was indeed on the flight, adding to the gravity of the situation.
The airline revealed the names of the passengers aboard the Embraer-135 aircraft, which included Prigozhin and several others. The Wagner Group’s Telegram channel also confirmed Prigozhin’s death, calling it a “big tragedy for the Fatherland” and attributing it to “God’s will.” The group seems to have accepted the loss, declaring that if an external enemy planned the attack, it would only lead to their eventual defeat.
Wagner Boss Prigozhin Killed in Private Jet Crash North of Moscow, Says Russian State Mediahttps://t.co/ZoNrVOrn3Y
— Breitbart London (@BreitbartLondon) August 23, 2023
Prigozhin’s death comes in the aftermath of a failed coup attempt led by the Wagner Group against Russian President Vladimir Putin. The group marched towards Moscow but retreated before reaching the capital. Just two days before the crash, Prigozhin shared his first video address since the failed coup.
The crash has raised suspicions, with many viewing it as a likely planned attack orchestrated by President Putin. An unverified video of the crash has circulated online, and eight bodies have been recovered so far. President Putin has yet to address the incident, fueling speculation about his involvement.
In light of Prigozhin’s shocking death, there will undoubtedly be further investigations into the matter. The controversy surrounding the Wagner Group and President Putin continues to grow, and this tragic event only adds to the intrigue.
