Title: Russian Woman Receives Compensation for Brother’s Death in Wagner Group, Prigozhin’s Leadership in Question
Date: June 9, 2023
In an emotional visit to the Wagner Group compensation center, Alina, a Russian woman from Norilsk, received compensation for the death of her brother, who was killed while serving with the group during the Ukrainian war. After a long wait, Alina was awarded a pension of 660,000 rubles for six months, along with additional funds for funeral expenses and compensation totaling over 5 million rubles. The payment was accompanied by official documents signed by Andrei Troshev, who is set to assume leadership of the group, replacing Yevgeny Prigozhin.
The compensation center, located near Novosibirsk, has been providing financial assistance to relatives of fighters who lost their lives during military operations. Alina’s case highlights the struggles faced by families affected by the war, as they seek closure and support from the organization responsible for their loved ones’ involvement.
This development comes after Prigozhin, Putin’s former chef, briefly rebelled against the Russian military, demanding the resignation of key defense personnel. However, he soon reconciled with the Kremlin following negotiations led by Aleksandr Lukashenko of Belarus. Prigozhin’s position as leader of the Wagner Group has now been called into question, with Putin expressing anger and labeling him a traitor.
The recent meeting between Putin and Wagner Group leaders confirmed the complex relationship between the group and the Russian government. Putin acknowledged the group’s importance in pursuing foreign policy goals and expressed his willingness to give them new legal status. As a result, Troshev has been designated as the new leader of the group, ensuring continuity in its operations.
The role of Andrei Troshev, also known by the pseudonym “Sedoy” or “White Hair,” has been significant within the Wagner Group. His military background, including service in the Afghan and Chechen wars, has garnered him praise and multiple awards from the Russian government. Troshev played a crucial role in the group’s battles, including the capture of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine.
Meanwhile, Prigozhin’s future remains uncertain. Although he has not made public appearances recently, his group’s Telegram channel announced the replacement of a former colonel in the Russian Army, Andrei Troshev, with police officer Dmitry Podolsky. The group also leaked a document suggesting that Troshev had informed Kremlin officials about Prigozhin’s planned mutiny during the insurgency.
The potential reform of the Wagner Group’s leadership highlights the challenges Putin faces in reforming the organization. Prigozhin’s ambitious nature has presented difficulties in persuading him to step down, raising questions about the future direction of the group.
As the Wagner Group continues to be in the spotlight, it remains to be seen how Troshev’s leadership will shape the organization and its involvement in international conflicts.
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