Following Wagner mutiny Moscow lifts "anti-terrorist" security regime

In a significant development following the Wagner mutiny that posed a threat to the city, the Russian capital of Moscow has lifted the "anti-terrorist" security regime that was imposed over the weekend.

Mayor Sergei Sobyanin took to his official Telegram account to make the announcement while expressing gratitude to the citizens of Moscow for their calm and understanding during the crisis.

The security regime, which had been implemented as a precautionary measure, aimed to address the potential threat posed by the mutinous Wagner mercenaries. The situation had raised concerns of a possible storming of the city by the mutineers, leading to heightened security measures throughout Moscow.

Mayor Sobyanin acknowledged the response of the city's residents, emphasizing their calm and understanding in the face of uncertainty and tension. Through his Telegram statement, he conveyed his gratitude to Muscovites for their cooperation and support during the crisis.

The Wagner mutiny, which had triggered the security regime, stemmed from internal strife within the mercenary group. The mutineers' actions had raised concerns not only within Moscow but also among the international community, given the potential consequences of an armed confrontation in the heart of the Russian capital.