In response, the organization's fighters crossed the border into the city of Rostov, took over military facilities and intend to continue to Moscow. Putin in a special speech: "We will take severe measures against the rebels"

Attempted rebellion in Russia: forces of the "Wagner Group" mercenary organization crossed the border into Russia today (Saturday), and took control of the city of Rostov, located near the border with Ukraine. In the local media it is reported that the city of Voronezh was also captured. The leader of the group, Yevgeny Prigozhin, threatened that if the Russians did not bring the Russian Defense Minister and the Chief of Staff to him, his fighters would continue to Moscow. Russia began investigating the head of the organization for calling for rebellion. 

Putin in a special speech: "There is a real danger to the army. What is happening is a war against Russia and it is a threat to Russia. All those who deliberately betray our country are barbaric terrorists." According to the "New York Times" a state of emergency was declared in the capital, fearing that the group would try to take power.

Putin also said: "This is treason, like the one that caused the Russian Empire to collapse in 1917. Every internal conflict is a blow against our people. We will take severe measures against the rebels. Anyone who joined the rebellion will be punished. The situation in Rostov is problematic, as commander-in-chief I will do everything to To protect the homeland. 

We will be strengthened by this, and become even stronger. Russia is waging a real war for its future. For the right to live as a Russian state with a history of a thousand years."