Title: Wagner Disengages from Fighting in Ukraine

The head of the Russian private military group Wagner, Yevgeny Prigozhin, hinted today that he is "not certain" whether his men will continue fighting in Ukraine amidst a severe disagreement with the Ministry of Defense following the capture of the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut. It remains unclear how serious Prigozhin is, as his fighters have proven to be among the most effective for Russia in Ukraine despite suffering heavy losses there. Any attempt on his part to withdraw from the war could be perceived as treason by officials in Moscow. In response to a question posed by Danish media, Prigozhin said, "Regarding the continued operation of the Wagner private military company in Ukraine, I am not sure that we will specifically work in Ukraine." Wagner fighters are also involved in combat operations in Africa and the Middle East, where they still have some contracts. After leading a months-long battle for control of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine, where tens of thousands were killed, Prigozhin announced last month that he would withdraw his men in order to rest and regroup.