Home / News / World News / Article /
Russia drops charges against Prigozhin and others who took part in rebellion
Updated On: 27 June, 2023 03:48 PM IST | Moscow | mid-day online correspondent
Russian authorities have announced the closure of a criminal investigation into the armed rebellion led by mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, with no charges filed against him or any others. The Federal Security Service (FSB) stated that those involved in the mutiny had ceased activities related to the crime.
Listen to this article :
Russian President Vladimir Putin at press conference a joint press conference with German Chancellor at the Kremlin in Moscow, on February 15, 2022. File Photo AFP
Russian authorities have announced the closure of a criminal investigation into the armed rebellion led by mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, with no charges filed against him or any others. The Federal Security Service (FSB) stated that those involved in the mutiny had ceased activities related to the crime. This development comes after the Kremlin pledged not to prosecute Prigozhin and his fighters following the revolt, despite President Vladimir Putin initially labeling them as traitors.
The charge of mounting an armed mutiny carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison, making Prigozhin`s escape from prosecution notable given the harsh treatment of opposition figures involved in anti-government protests in Russia. Prigozhin`s whereabouts remain unknown, although it has been suggested that he might be exiled to neighboring Belarus.
Read Next Story
Trending Stories
Latest Photos
Latest Videos
Latest Web Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
Mid-Day Fast
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT