Putin’s comments on Yevgeny Prigozhin, the boss of Wagner, a Russian mercenary group, after a deadly plane crash have revealed mixed feelings. Prior to Putin’s statement, the only official update on Prigozhin’s situation had come from the aviation authority confirming his presence on the downed plane. Putin’s remarks shed new light on the situation and raise questions about the fate of Prigozhin. The comments add to the intrigue surrounding the incident and its aftermath.