Putin Says Mutiny ‘Internal Treason,’ Warns of Harsh Punishment

“What we faced is treachery,” President Vladimir Putin says in TV address.

(Bloomberg) — “What we faced is treachery,” President Vladimir Putin says in TV address. 

  • Urges not to make a mistake, to stop participating in criminal acts
  • Calls actions that split the unity of a nation “apostasy from the people”
  • Says any internal unrest is a mortal threat, a blow to Russia
  • Decisive actions will be taken to stabilize the situation in Rostov-on-Don
  • NOTE: Prigozhin Accused of Uprising in Challenge to Kremlin Grip (1)

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