Wagner mutiny a 'window of opportunity' for Ukraine: Kyiv
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- AFP
- Published Date: 03:42 | 24 June 2023
- Modified Date: 03:42 | 24 June 2023
Ukraine said Saturday that unrest in Russia spurred by an armed mutiny of the Russian Wagner group presented an opportunity for Kyiv, weeks after announcing a counter-offensive against Russian positions.
"What does this mean for us? It is a window of opportunity," said Deputy Defence Minister Ganna Malyar, adding that Russia's military and political leadership: "fight with us and destroy themselves."
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