Russian President Vladimir Putin held a meeting with Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner mercenary group, and his commanders to discuss the recent uprising against the Kremlin, according to a Russian spokesperson. The meeting took place on June 29 in the Kremlin and lasted approximately three hours. It was attended by 35 people, including the commanders of the units and the management of the Wagner private military company. The president provided his assessment of the company’s performance in frontline battles and the events of June 24. He also listened to the explanations given by the commanders and offered them options for further employment and military service. The commanders expressed their loyalty to the president and their readiness to continue fighting for their country. The announcement also revealed that Prigozhin had returned to Russia at least once after arriving in Belarus on June 27. The uprising, led by rogue paramilitaries, captured Rostov-on-Don and a military headquarters before advancing towards Moscow. Prigozhin stated that the mutiny was aimed at holding the army and defense chiefs accountable for their actions in Ukraine, rather than overthrowing Putin. The Ministry of Defense also released a video featuring Gen. Valery Gerasimov, indicating that he had retained his position as chief of the general staff. The ultimate fate of Prigozhin and the participants in the rebellion is unclear, but they were assured that they would not face retribution for their past service to Russia. Putin delivered a televised address denouncing the rebellion as an act of treason and betrayal. The Wagner Group is a Russian paramilitary organization that has been involved in conflicts in Ukraine and Syria. Prigozhin had become critical of Russia’s military leadership, particularly Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, leading to the events of the uprising.