Ukraine: Gun battle between Wagner group and Russian troops
A recent fight between Russian army soldiers and mercenaries from the Wagner Group reportedly escalated into a shootout in Stanytsia Luhanska, located in the Russian-controlled Luhansk Oblast of Eastern Ukraine, according to claims made by the Ukrainian General Staff.
The daily evening briefing stated that casualties were reported on both sides during the clash, as per a report from Sky News.
The report further suggests that different Russian forces are attempting to shift blame for their own tactical failures and losses onto each other. While the claim has not been independently verified, it is worth noting that the Wagner Group has previously found itself at odds with the Russian Defence Ministry.
Luhansk Oblast was occupied by Russia in early July 2022, as part of the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia in Eastern Ukraine. The situation in the region remains volatile, with frequent clashes and tensions between various armed groups and forces.