Within 24 hours, a global rebellion was quelled. This is the "Wagner incident" that happened in Russia, where a group of mercenaries tried to challenge the authority of the Kremlin, but was resolutely suppressed by Putin**. This incident gave the world a renewed glimpse of the political style of the Slavic people, and also triggered different reactions from all sides. So, what is the truth of this incident?What impact will it have on the international situation?
According to Russian and American media reports, the cause of the Wagner incident was that a group of mercenaries of the Wagner Group suddenly entered Rostov-on-Don in the early morning of the 25th, which is an important Russian military base in eastern Ukraine. They claim to "liberate" the Russians here, oppose Putin's policies, demand peace talks with Ukraine. They also tried to liaise with Wagner soldiers in other regions to launch a full-scale rebellion.
However, their plans were soon crushed. Upon learning of the news, Putin immediately ordered the dispatch of elite troops loyal to him to carry out a swift purge of the rebels. At the same time, he also sent a strong signal to the nation through televised speeches. He said that any attempt to destabilize Russia would not be tolerated, and that he would severely punish those behind the rebellion. He also thanked the Wagner soldiers and commanders who were not involved in the rebellion, saying they still have the opportunity to serve their homeland. In addition, he expressed his gratitude to Belarusian ** Lukashenko for his assistance, calling him a true friend of Russia.
With Putin's decisive handling, the Wagner incident quickly subsided. Allegedly, the number of dead and wounded of the rebels exceeded 200 people, while the losses of the Russian side were relatively small. On the 26th, Putin announced the end of the incident, and at the same time announced the dissolution of the Wagner Group. He said that this is a lesson of history, and Russia will not tolerate any form of **ism and terrorism.
The occurrence of the Wagner incident has aroused widespread concern in the international community. Biden also made a public statement on the 26th, commenting on the incident. He stressed that the United States and its allies have nothing to do with this matter, this is an internal matter for Russia. He also said that the West would not give Russia any excuse to blame the West or NATO for the incident. He called on Russia to respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity and stop its military intervention in eastern Ukraine.
Contrary to the denials of the United States, some Hong Kong media published articles in support of Putin after the incident. They believe that this is an opportunity to test China, which should make its position clear in time and stand with Russia. They believe that this incident may change the course of the Ukraine crisis and even affect the pattern of trilateral relations between China, the United States and Russia.
However, the views of these Hong Kong media are obviously exaggerated. Judging from the facts, the Wagner incident did not pose a substantial threat to Russia, nor did it have a negative impact on Sino-Russian relations. On the contrary, China and Russia maintained close communication and coordination during the incident. According to *** news, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Rudenko visited Beijing on the 25th and held a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang. The parties exchanged views on Sino-Russian relations and international issues, confirmed their intentions for cooperation in the field of security, especially within the framework of the SCO. On the 26th, ** spokesperson Mao Ning also responded to the Wagner incident, saying that China supports Russia in maintaining national stability and believes that Russia is capable of handling internal problems. These statements and actions fully reflect the strategic mutual trust and cooperation between China and Russia.
The Wagner affair may be over, but its repercussions are still ongoing. From a domestic point of view, this incident is a severe test of Putin's authority and prestige, and it is also an effective consolidation. Through decisive actions, Putin has demonstrated his control over Russia and has also won the support and trust of the people. At the same time, he also eased the contradictions with the Wagner Group by showing goodwill and avoided greater civil unrest. In addition, he took the opportunity to strengthen friendly relations with Belarus and lay the foundations for future integration.
Internationally, the impact of this incident on the Ukrainian crisis is not significant. Although the rebellion of the Wagner Group has caused certain troubles to the Russian army in eastern Ukraine, it has not changed the strategic situation in eastern Ukraine. The Russian army still has the upper hand, and the Ukrainian army is still passive. The United States also did not take the opportunity to exert more pressure on Russia, but chose to keep its distance and avoid a direct conflict with Russia. This shows that the Ukrainian crisis has entered a phase of relative stability, and neither side has wavered in its basic position and has not taken risky actions. It is only through political and diplomatic channels that a solution can be found.
In conclusion, the Wagner affair was a remarkable event, but it was not a history-changing event. It reflects some contradictions and problems within Russia, and also exposes some external interference and provocations. But it did not shake Russia's national foundations and did not damage Russia's international relations. On the contrary, it became a demonstration of Russia's strength and determination.