Summary

Security in Russia has been tightened following a dramatic escalation of infighting.

The head of the Wagner mercenary group is being investigated by security services for inciting mutiny.

Yevgeny Prigozhin claims his forces have crossed the border into Russia from Ukraine, but no evidence of this has emerged so far.

Earlier, he accused the Russian military of launching a deadly missile strike on his troops on Friday.

He said the "evil" in the military leadership must be stopped and vowed to "march for justice", but claimed he was not attempting a military coup.

The Kremlin has denied the missile strike and demanded Prigozhin halt "illegal actions".

Vladimir Putin is aware of the situation and is receiving "constant" updates, the Kremlin says.

Senior Russian generals have called on Wagner fighters to stand down, saying they are playing "into the enemy's hands."

Source: BBC

BDST: 0910 HRS, JUNE 24, 2023
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