In the aftermath of a plane crash in the Tver region of Russia, the body of Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin was reportedly identified by a partially missing finger. The incident, which some reports suggest may have involved a ‘bomb’ on board, comes amidst speculation about intentional sabotage or an assassination plot. An anonymous US official has indicated the likelihood of Prigozhin being targeted, while unverified reports from Russian media outlets mention the possibility of one or two bombs being placed aboard the aircraft.
The initial US intelligence assessment points towards an intentional explosion, although the Pentagon has emphasized the absence of evidence pointing to a surface-to-air defense missile. While details are still emerging, it’s been highlighted that Prigozhin sustained an injury to his left hand during his time in a penal colony, and the identification of his body has reportedly been confirmed by a senior Wagner commander. Additionally, his second-in-command Dmitry Utkin was identified based on his tattoos.
The tragic crash, which claimed the lives of Prigozhin and six others, remains under investigation with ongoing efforts to determine the cause and circumstances surrounding the incident. The passenger manifest included several individuals connected to Wagner, and the situation continues to be the subject of intense interest and scrutiny.
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