The Rise of Yevgeny Prigozhin and Russia's Rebellion.

Yevgeny Prigozhin, a former convict and Putin ally, has become one of Russia's most powerful men, with a vast business empire and a private army of mercenaries. He has been linked to Russian interference in the US election and is believed to be behind the Wagner Group, a shadowy military contractor that has been involved in conflicts in Syria, Ukraine, and Africa. Prigozhin's influence extends to media, with his outlets promoting pro-Kremlin propaganda. His rise to power reflects the growing influence of private actors in Russian politics and the erosion of state institutions.