Videos circulating on local Rostov-on-Don Telegram channels have captured a concerning scene: armed men in uniforms encircling the regional police headquarters, which falls under the jurisdiction of Russia’s Interior Ministry.
The identity and motives of these armed individuals remain unknown at present. While it has been confirmed that the footage was indeed captured at the police headquarters, the exact time of the incident has yet to be determined.
In response to these unsettling events, authorities in southern Russian regions have taken precautionary measures to safeguard public safety. The concerns stem from statements made by the founder of Russia’s Wagner mercenary force, who hinted at deploying personnel to Moscow in an attempt to overthrow the military leadership.
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| Videos on local Telegram channels show armed men surrounding Rostov-on-Don police headquarters. |
| Identity of the armed individuals and purpose unknown. |
| Exact time of the incident remains undetermined. |
| Authorities in southern Russian regions take precautions to ensure public safety. |
| Concerns arise following the founder of Russia’s Wagner mercenary force indicating plans to dispatch personnel to Moscow for a potential military leadership overthrow. |
