Spillover of the Russian invasion of Ukraine

2022–present external impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine

Since 24 February 2022, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has reportedly spilled over into several countries that border Ukraine. Among these are Russia, Transnistria,[1] and Poland. Notable incidents include 2022 missile explosion in Poland,[2] the 2023 Belgorod Oblast incursions,[3] and the Wagner Group rebellion.[4]

Spillover of the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Part of the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Date24 February 2022 – present
Location
Status Ongoing
Belligerents

Russia
Transnistria


Wagner Group
Ukraine Poland (2022)

In Russia

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June 2023

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On 23 June 2023, the Wagner Group rebelled against the Ministry of Defense after Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin claimed that the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation were attacked Wagner forces in Ukraine.[5] In response, Wagner seized control of Rostov-on-Don[6] and began advancing northwards along the M4 highway towards Moscow.[7] By 24 June, Wagner rebels had shot down four Russian Air Force helicopters and captured Voronezh.[8] Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the rebellion as treasonous.[9] After entering Moscow Oblast,[10] Wagner halted their advance and entered negotiations with Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.[11] Following the negotiations, Wagner withdrew from occupied territory and relocated their base of operations to Belarus.[12]

References

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  1. "Will the war in Ukraine spell the end of Transnistria? – DW – 01/12/2023". dw.com. Retrieved 2023-06-24.
  2. Henley, Jon; correspondent, Jon Henley Europe (2022-11-16). "Missile that hit Poland likely came from Ukraine defences, say Warsaw and Nato". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2023-06-24. {{cite news}}: |last2= has generic name (help)
  3. "Russia thwarts more Belgorod attacks, blames Ukraine". www.aljazeera.com. Retrieved 2023-06-24.
  4. "Putin calls armed rebellion by Wagner mercenary group a betrayal, vows to defend Russia - CBS News". www.cbsnews.com. 2023-06-24. Retrieved 2023-06-24.
  5. The Associated Press (June 23, 2023). "Russian mercenary chief says his forces are rebelling to oust the defense minister". NPR.
  6. Times, International New York. "Why did the Wagner Group capture Rostov-on-Don? It's the logistical hub for the war in Ukraine". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 2023-12-20.
  7. "Wagner Group en route to Moscow with Russian army trying to stop it – Russian media". Ukrainska Pravda. Retrieved 2023-12-20.
  8. "Wagner Group fighters got near Voronezh-45 nuclear facility during June mutiny – Ukraine's Defence Intelligence". Ukrainska Pravda. Retrieved 2023-12-20.
  9. Sauer, Pjotr; Roth, Andrew (2023-06-24). "Putin accuses Wagner chief of treason and vows to 'neutralise' uprising". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2023-12-20.
  10. "Wagner rebels enter Moscow Oblast, heading for Russian capital". Yahoo News. 2023-06-24. Retrieved 2023-12-20.
  11. Simmons, Anna M. (June 26, 2023). "Putin Turned to Belarus Leader Lukashenko to Broker Truce Deal". The Wall Street Journal. {{cite news}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |work= (help)
  12. "Wagner mercenaries in Belarus move closer to the Polish border, Poland's prime minister says". AP News. 2023-07-29. Retrieved 2023-12-20.