Evgeny Prigozhin
Evgeny Prigozhin is a Russian businessman and founder of the private military company Wagner Group, which has gained notoriety for its operations in various conflict zones. He has been sanctioned by Western countries for his connections to the Kremlin and involvement in military actions. Prigozhin has also engaged in public disputes with regional politicians, including a notable exchange with Governor Evgeny Kuivashev, highlighting his controversial standing in Russian politics.
Born on Jun 01, 1961 (64 years old)
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Belarus:
Evgeny Prigozhin led the Wagner Group's march on Moscow in July 2023.
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Moldova:
Evgeny Prigozhin is known for his role as the leader of the Russian mercenary group Wagner and for his efforts in interference in the 2016 US presidential elections.
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Russia:
Evgeny Prigozhin was the founder of the Wagner Group and previously headed the USA Really website.
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Belarus:
Troevidov is described as a weak copy of Evgeny Prigozhin.
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Russia:
Evgeny Prigozhin is referenced as the prototype for the main character in Prokhanov's novel 'Lemner'.
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Russia:
Evgeny Prigozhin is referenced as the prototype for the main character in Prokhanov's novel 'Lemner'.
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Russia:
Evgeny Prigozhin is referenced as the prototype for the main character in Prokhanov's novel 'Lemner'.
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Belarus:
Evgeny Prigozhin was the founder of the Wagner Group, whose operations in Africa have declined after his death.
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Russia:
Evgeny Prigozhin is known as the founder of the Wagner Group and has been linked to the Internet Research Agency.
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Romania:
Evgeny Prigozhin's military revolt in the summer of 2023 tested the cohesion of Putin's regime.
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