Wagner fighters begin to leave Bakhmut

PMC Wagner's founder Yevgeny Prigozhin announced once again that his mercenaries are leaving Bakhmut. This process will last until June 1, the press service of the PMC said, Report informs via Ukrainian media.

"Until June 1, we all go out, rest, prepare, and then we will receive a new task," Prigozhin said.

He recorded a 3-minute video in which he discusses the so-called "exit" from the city, urging his "warriors" not to rush and gradually withdraw the equipment.

Prigozhin noted that the Wagner fighters would leave for the rear areas, and their positions in Bakhmut would be transferred under the control of the Russian Defense Ministry.