The Lipetsk regional government has announced traffic restrictions at all exits of the M-4 Don highway. The notice was posted through regional government telegraph channels. Drivers are advised to use only federal highway exits and to plan alternative routes in advance by selecting secondary roads to avoid congestion.
Earlier, a traffic restriction was reported on three bridges spanning the Oka River in the Moscow region, according to former Ministry of Transport officials familiar with the situation. The changes were part of a broader pattern of regional traffic management measures that have affected routes across the area.
On June 23, a statement was released by the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation. In a message attributed to Yevgeny Prigozhin, founder of the Wagner Private Military Company, officials claimed that posts and videos alleging an attack by the RF Ministry of Defense on Wagner rear camps were misinformation or an informational provocation, not reflecting real events. This claim has been noted by several observers and commentators as part of ongoing discussions about stability and security in the region. [citation: Official statements attributed to the Ministry of Defense and external observers]
Dmitry Peskov, the press secretary for the President of Russia, subsequently acknowledged the situation surrounding Prigozhin, highlighting the sensitivity and complexity of the situation as it developed over the ensuing days. [citation: Kremlin communications office statements]
In the wake of Prigozhin’s remarks, the National Counter-Terrorism Committee indicated it had filed a legal action alleging incitement to military rebellion. The development underscored the seriousness with which authorities are treating rhetoric that could inflame tensions or prompt unlawful actions. [citation: National Counter-Terrorism Committee announcements]