Wagner leader Prigojin announced in Belarus

President Lukashenko confirmed that Prigojin, the founder of the mercenaries, had arrived in the country. Stating that they are not afraid of this, Lukashenko said that “Belarusian authorities are following closely”, while Poland described the development as “bad news”.

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Yevgeniy Prigojin, the founder of Wagner, who attempted an armed uprising in Russia, did not appear in the media for a while.

Prigojin had said that the Wagner elements should cease to exist by 1 July.

The way was opened for the person in question to go to Belarus in line with the agreement made with Moscow after the June 24 uprising.

Lukashenko explained: Prigojin in Belarus

Finally, it was announced by the President of this country, Aleksandr Lukashenko, that the Wagner leader is in Belarus.

According to the Belta news agency, Lukashenko used statements that confirmed the radar images that the plane connected with Prigojin had landed in Belarus:

I understand that Prigojin is flying on this plane. Yes, indeed, he arrived in Belarus today. He will remain in the country at Wagner’s expense.

“This is what we need to get from Wagner”

Aleksandr Lukashenko also said that he wanted to hear and learn from the war experiences of the Wagner group.

Wagner commanders and fighters will be allowed to go into exile in Belarus in accordance with the agreement brokered by Moscow and Lukashenko.

“If his commanders come and help us, tell us what’s important right now, it’s invaluable. That’s what we need to get from Wagner,” Lukashenko said. used the phrases.

Close pursuit of mercenaries

Meeting with Defense Minister Viktar Hrenin, Lukashenko said they had no reason to fear Wagner’s presence in the country, adding: “Belarusian authorities will follow them closely.” he added.