Author Archives: David Isenberg

What will replace Russia’s Wagner mercenary army?

Posted on August 28, 2023 by David Isenberg

What will replace Russia’s Wagner mercenary army? The powerful private military company is already being torn apart by Russia’s military, intelligence services, and state-run corporations financed by Kremlin allies or oligarchs.… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Syria cracked down on Wagner after mutiny in Russia: Report

Posted on August 28, 2023 by David Isenberg

Syria cracked down on Wagner after mutiny in Russia: Report Syrian authorities swiftly moved to isolate and control Wagner operatives after the mercenary group rebelled against the Kremlin, Reuters has reported.… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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What’s next for Wagner after presumed death of boss Yevgeny Prigozhin

Posted on August 28, 2023 by David Isenberg

Aug 25, 2023 – World What’s next for Wagner after presumed death of boss Yevgeny Prigozhin Jacob Knutson A PMC Wagner Group flag in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, in Aug. 14. Photo: Vladimir… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Utkin, the Nazi-tattooed commander who gave Wagner its name

Posted on August 28, 2023 by David Isenberg

Utkin, the Nazi-tattooed commander who gave Wagner its name Moscow (AFP) – A rare photo of the Wagner group’s military commander shows a man with a shaved head, a cold stare… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 27, 2023

Posted on August 28, 2023 by David Isenberg

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 27, 2023 Aug 27, 2023 – Press ISW Kateryna Stepanenko, Riley Bailey, Nicole Wolkov, Angelica Evans, and Frederick W. Kagan … The Russian Investigative Committee announced… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Yevgeny Prigozhin pronounced dead after tragic fall from 30,000-foot window

Posted on August 25, 2023 by David Isenberg

Duffel Blog Yevgeny Prigozhin pronounced dead after tragic fall from 30,000-foot window Nine bodies and wreckage found nearby “totally unconnected” Kay Too Ess Ohhhhh August 25, 2023 Photo released by Kremlin… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Experts react: What the Prigozhin plane crash reveals about Putin, the Wagner Group’s future, and the war in Ukraine

Posted on August 25, 2023 by David Isenberg

New Atlanticist August 23, 2023 Experts react: What the Prigozhin plane crash reveals about Putin, the Wagner Group’s future, and the war in Ukraine By Atlantic Council experts It was easier… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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What Prigozhin’s plane crash tells us about Putin’s Russia

Posted on August 25, 2023 by David Isenberg

Fast Thinking August 23, 2023 What Prigozhin’s plane crash tells us about Putin’s Russia By Atlantic Council JUST IN The plane was flying northwest, then events went south quickly. On Wednesday,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Prigozhin’s death shows that Russia is a mafia state

Posted on August 25, 2023 by David Isenberg

Leaders | Götterdämmerung Prigozhin’s death shows that Russia is a mafia state A healthy country uses justice to restore order. Mr Putin uses violence instead Aug 24th 2023   Read more… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Video appears to show a plane crashing in Russia allegedly carrying Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner mercenary group.

Posted on August 25, 2023 by David Isenberg

Video appears to show a plane crashing in Russia allegedly carrying Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner mercenary group Aug. 23, 2023 You must be logged in to view this content. Click here to register  

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