White House avoids speculation on Wagner revolt consequences in Russia.

The White House Declines to Speculate on Impact of Wagner Revolt

The White House is keeping a tight lid on the potential impact of the recent 36-hour revolt carried out by the Wagner military group and its implications for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. During Monday’s press briefing, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby fielded questions on the topic but made it clear that it is too early to predict the outcome.

“It’s just too soon to know, after the weekend’s events, where Wagner goes as an entity,” Kirby stated when asked about the future of Wagner’s efforts in Ukraine.

The recent remarks come after Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin’s march towards Moscow, which was abruptly halted after a reported truce negotiated by Belarus. The uprising has raised concerns about potential internal strife within Russia, but Kirby emphasized that the Biden administration’s focus is on the situation in Ukraine.

“This is an internal Russian matter, and I think it’s important to remember that Mr. Putin still commands a very large and capable military, most of which is across the border in Ukraine,” Kirby explained. “While we are concerned about any potential instability in Russia, given the stakes and the ongoing situation in Ukraine, I cannot comment on it.”

Kirby also reiterated that the United States is not advocating for “regime change” in Russia, emphasizing that it is up to the Russian people to determine their leader.

You can watch the full briefing from Monday below:

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