New York Post, by Dalibor Rohac: Wagner Group’s ‘coup’ was short-lived, but the end is near for Putin
Yevgeny Prigozhin’s short-lived “coup” attempt — if we indeed witnessed one — has left many understandably confused. One thing should be clear, however. This is the beginning of the end of Russia’s war in Ukraine — and likely also of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s rule.
First, here is what we know about the odd events of the past two days. After almost a year of Wagner Group owner Prigozhin’s near-constant and escalating verbal attacks against Russia’s Ministry of Defense, he commanded his mercenaries to march into Russia.
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WNU Editor: As I had mentioned in the previous post .... From what I have seen heard, and read, there was little if any public support in Russia for this rebellion, and more importantly, all media (main stream and social), political, military, and economic leaders rallied around the Kremlin when the Wagners started their march towards Moscow. I am also now learning that 90% of the forces that make up the Wagner Group refused to participate in this rebellion.
So is the end near for Putin?
The answer is no. From what I have learned from my family, friends, and contacts in Russia, the vast majority of Russians believe they are now engaged in a war for the survival of the Russian Federation. Even those who I know who have opposed Putin for years are now 100% into this war.
Bottom line. Russians are like Americans, they are not in the habit of removing their leaders during wartime. The debate on Putin's future will happen in Russia when the war is over.
More Commentary and Analysis That The Wagner Rebellion Is A Sign That The Putin Regime And The War In Ukraine Is Coming To An End
Russian mercenaries’ short-lived revolt could have long-term consequences for Putin -- AP
Will Vladimir Putin keep power in Russia? Wagner plot stirs questions -- USA Today
Russians Didn’t Care Enough to Save Putin -- Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic
Yevgeny Prigozhin’s Rebellion: Putin’s Weakness Unmasked -- New Yorker
Putin's Regime 'Is Over,' Says Analyst, And 'Something New Is Starting In Russia' -- RFE