Breaking news: Russia drops charges against mercenary chief

The Kremlin said Yevgeny Prigozhin would leave the country.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story June 24, 2023 BREAKING NEWS Prigozhin Press Service, via Associated Press Russia Drops Charges Against Paramilitary Chief Who Staged Uprising The move came after Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the Wagner mercenary group, halted his forces' march on Moscow. Russia said he would go to Belarus. Follow live updates Get more breaking news in your inbox Sign up to receive emails from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018