Wagner Group Leader Accused of Inciting Rebellion by Putin

Ukraine claims to have reclaimed territory from Russia prior to Wagner rebellion. Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin and Russian President Vladimir Putin face increased rebellion after the mercenary leader rejected surrender, calling the president "deeply mistaken" for saying his actions betray Russia. Officials in southwestern Russian regions have cautioned residents to stay in their homes amid reports of Wagner equipment moving through the territories. NATO, the European Union, and world leaders including from France, Kazakhstan, and Germany, have commented on closely watching the situation unfold. US and Western officials are being careful not to weigh in on the events unfolding in Russia because of how Russian President Vladimir Putin could weaponize any perceived involvement by the West in the escalating crisis.