In this edition of Intel Insights, Leighton discusses the recent plane crash that killed Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Wagner Group, along with other top leaders. The cause of the crash is still unknown, but there are suspicions of an on-board explosion or sabotage. This incident highlights the instability in Russia, with recent dismissals of military leaders and challenges to Putin's power. The Wagner Group, a paramilitary organization, had been sanctioned by the West and played a significant role in conflicts in countries like Ukraine and Syria. Russia now faces uncertainty as it tries to fill the void left by the Wagner Group and maintain its influence in various regions.

Episode Timestamps:

• A plane crash that resulted in the presumed death of Yevgeny Prigohzin and other Wagner Group members {0:36}
• The instability of Russia after the decapitation of the Wagner Group {1:51}
• The Wagner Group's popularity in other countries, and how that affected Putin and the Russian state {6:51}
• Putin's plan to exact his revenge against Prigohzin after the rebellion in June 2023 {8:14}
• The type of man and leader Prigohzin was, and the support he was able to generate as a result of his 'accomplishments' {10:22}
• What is next for Russia {12:50}
• Dramatic changes that may occur on the battlefield for Russia {17:49}

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