Deciphering Vladimir Putin’s many appearances since mutiny
The Russian president has popped up on TV screens multiple times since last weekend’s dramatic events – but to what end?…
He tries to bring everyone on side: he thanks the Russian public, Russian officials, religious leaders, the Russian armed forces and his security services. He distinguishes between the leaders of the mutiny and regular Wagner fighters and commanders, whom he praises as patriots. Crucially, he presents himself as the man who averted major bloodshed.
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