Statement by the Russian President on events related to the Wagner Group

Speech by Vladimir Putin

In this speech, President of Russia Vladimir Putin addresses the situation in Ukraine and the actions of the Wagner group.

Betrayal by Traitors

• Comrades are dying at the front lines holding on whatever the cost.

• The new Nazis in Kiev and their Western Masters wanted to see Russian soldiers kill each other.

• They wanted to see Russian servicemen civilians die and ultimately to see Russia defeated and the Russian Society.

Loyalty to Duty

• Law enforcement authorities in the military were loyal to their oath and to their people and to their duty.

• The carriage and sacrifice of the pilots who died prevented a tragedy on a national scale.

• Most soldiers and commanders of the Wagner group are also patriots of Russia loyal to their state.

Preventing Bloodshed

• Orders were given from the beginning to prevent bloodshed.

• Time was needed for those who realized they've made a mistake to rethink their decisions.

• Soldiers and commanders of the Wagner group made the only correct decision and refused to engage in fratricide.

Choice for Warriors

• Today, warriors have an opportunity to continue service with Russia or go back home.

• Those who wish may go to Belarus.

• The choice is up to them but it will be a choice of Russia's warriors who realize their tragic mistakes.

Gratitude for Peaceful Resolution

• President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko contributed greatly towards peaceful resolution.

• Patriotic spirit is important.