Prigozhin

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Eugene Prigozhin is portrayed in Russian media as the founder of the private military company Wagner Group, with his influence extending into political and cultural spheres. He was involved in a failed mutiny in June 2023, which ended with his death following a plane crash near Tver. Media coverage includes conflicting narratives about his role, ranging from a defiant outsider to a dangerous provocateur, while also referencing personal relationships and fictionalized portrayals involving him.

Recent coverage

• WSJ: About 500 Wagner fighters led by Prigozhin's son create a 'drug empire' in CAR where they control tramadol opioid supplies — Медиазона
• Is there a labeling system for AI-generated music in Russia? — Вечерняя Москва
• Singer Valeria Shocked Fans with Bikini Photos from Dubai Vacation — Вечерняя Москва
• Are there corrupt members in the party? Why block Telegram? Who walks around in short pants. 'United Russia' responds. — Фонтанка
• Pants wet for Putin: Romanova on Prigozhin's mutiny, strikes on Moscow, and who betrayed Trabera — Дождь
• Putin's Revenge: How He Retaliated Against Prigozhin's Supporters — Дождь
• Wagner Veteran Claims Prigozhin and Utkin Could Not Have Been on the Same Plane — Вечерняя Москва
• Let's Promise We Won't Forget Uncle Yura: Three Years After the Mutiny and His Own Death, Evgeny Prigozhin Remains Popular Among Teenagers. Entire Channels and Erotic Fanfics Are Dedicated to Him — Новая газета Европа
• Three Years Since Prigozhin's Rebellion: What Happened? Books, Films, and Materials on the Wagner PMC and the Attempted Armed March on Moscow — Новая газета Европа
• Chief asked: 'Did we wake them up properly?' Wagner lawyer on 'March of Justice' and Evgeny Prigozhin — Фонтанка