Ideogical fracture igniting in Kremlin after Russia’s withdrawal from Kherson – ISW

The relevant statement was made by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), an Ukrinform correspondent reports.

“Russia’s withdrawal from Kherson City is igniting an ideogical fracture between pro-war figures and Russian President Vladimir Putin, eroding confidence in Putin’s commitment and ability to deliver his war promises,” the report states.

In particular, a pro-war Russian ideogist, Alexander Dugin, enly criticized Putin –whom he referred to as the autocrat – for failing to uphd Russian ideogy by surrendering Kherson.

Moreover, Wagner-affiliated channels are also turning on the Kremlin flowing the loss of the Kherson region, which may further elevate the influence of the siloviki [government security officials] faction.

A reminder that, on November 11, 2022, the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ukrainian Defense Minister announced that Ukrainian forces had been regaining contr over the city of Kherson.

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