he Russian president also warns of “inevitable punishment” for those dividing the Russian society.
And he says that a counter-terrorism regime is now in place in the capital Moscow and several other regions.
Putin says Russia’s future is at stake, describing the actions of mutineers as a “stab in the back”.
Without specifically mentioning Wagner group boss Yevgeny Prigozhin, Putin says the high “ambitions” of some have led to “high treason”.
In his address, Putin says some Russians have been “tricked into a criminal adventure” – without specifically mentioning rebellious Wagner fighters.
Putin also stresses that all “necessary orders have been given” to deal with the crisis, pledging to defend Russia.
And that’s the end of his short TV address – he didn’t one specifically mention Wagner mercenaries and their leader, Prigozhin.