Elon Musk, the outspoken entrepreneur and CEO of various high-profile companies, has once again made headlines with his comments, this time regarding the death of Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin in a plane crash. On the microblogging site ‘X’ (formerly known as Twitter), Musk stated, “Longer than I expected. Slight chance this is a psy op” in response to the discussion surrounding Prigozhin’s demise.
Longer than I expected.
Slight chance this is a psy op.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 23, 2023
Prigozhin’s reported death in the plane crash has raised several questions and left many loopholes. The circumstances surrounding the accident remain unknown, leading experts to speculate about the potential reasons behind it. Many believe that Prigozhin’s death might be linked to President Vladimir Putin’s desire for vengeance after Prigozhin’s short-lived rebellion in June.
Musk’s statement seems to align with the opinions of experts who suggest that Prigozhin’s death might have been a consequence of challenging Putin’s authority. The notion of a “psy op” mentioned by Musk adds another layer of intrigue to the situation. “Psy op” refers to psychological operations, which involve conveying selective information to influence the mindset and behavior of various entities, including governments and organizations.
Musk’s response was triggered by a user’s post that remarked, “That didn’t take too long.” This comment suggests that Prigozhin’s fate was perhaps anticipated due to his defiance against the Kremlin.
Known for his willingness to voice opinions on controversial events, Musk’s remark about the Wagner chief’s death aligns with the prevailing theory among experts and western think tanks. Many believe that the plane crash was, in fact, an assassination orchestrated to avenge Prigozhin’s mutiny against Putin’s authority.
The circumstances around Putin’s silence regarding the incident further contribute to the speculation. Prigozhin had led a rebellion in June against the Kremlin’s military leadership, attempting to topple its authority. His death occurred when the private plane he was on crashed while traveling between Moscow and Saint Petersburg.
As Russian authorities have not provided an official cause for the crash, numerous questions and assumptions remain unanswered. The incident highlights Putin’s history of dealing with opponents and his regime’s tightening control, raising concerns about the Kremlin’s involvement in Prigozhin’s demise. While rescuers found 10 bodies and sources within the Wagner group indicated Prigozhin’s death, official confirmation is yet to be provided.
