Yevgeny Prigozhin, the notorious boss of private military company Wagner, was reportedly on board a plane that crashed in Russia, resulting in the loss of all 10 passengers’ lives.
The tragic incident unfolded today, leaving authorities and the public stunned.
Initial reports suggest that Prigozhin, often referred to as “Putin’s chef,” was believed to be aboard the ill-fated aircraft. The crash occurred in the Tver region, located north of Moscow.
The Grey Zone, a Telegram channel affiliated with Wagner, claimed that the plane was shot down by air defenses in the area.
Recall that Freelanews reported how Wagner Group’s rebellion against the Russian military is certain to spur changes to the mercenary organization that will affect its operations in Africa.
Prigozhin has a notorious reputation, being the mastermind behind various controversial activities linked to Wagner.
Notably, he orchestrated a failed mutiny against the Russian armed forces in June, further highlighting his involvement in clandestine operations.
As news of Prigozhin’s potential demise spreads, experts and investigators are scrambling to piece together the sequence of events leading to the crash.
While the cause of the crash remains under investigation, the possibility of foul play cannot be discounted given Prigozhin’s connections and the reported involvement of air defenses.
We will continue to provide updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.
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